This time period allows the IRS to determine if they wish to pursue the property to pay the debt to their agency. Other liens that can affect title are Homeowner Association Liens. These groups have become very active in the California legislature, trying to protect their liens. Make sure you know if you will be responsible for unpaid dues. You need to research the property you are considering for purchase.
Courts can and do attach different types of liens to enforce judgments.
Always check the chain of title before purchasing a property. The foreclosure auction is scheduled for a specific, published date and time. You must attend the auction to get this information. It is not be published or posted. Usually this kind of sale involves a business property such as a restaurant or hotel rather than a residential property.