What happens if a property owner pays the delinquent tax and associated fees before sale?

When a property owner pays the delinquent tax and associated fees before the sale, the tax lien is extinguished. This means that the debt associated with the unpaid taxes is settled, and as a result, the lien that the government held against the property is removed. Paying off the delinquent taxes effectively restores the property owner's standing concerning their obligations, preventing any further actions like foreclosure or property tax sales from being initiated.

In contrast, other options do not accurately represent the outcome of paying delinquent taxes. The property will not continue to be taxed for the same delinquent amount once it has been paid; thus, the situation is rectified. Additionally, paying the taxes before a sale typically does not lead to penalties, as the owner is taking the appropriate steps to comply with tax obligations, and there is no expedited sale resulting from this situation.