Storage Unit Auction Dispute

Summary

If your storage unit went to auction and the highest bidders backed out, you may have the right to reclaim your items by paying your balance. If the storage facility refuses your payment, you can file a complaint in the Anderson County District Court. For low-income individuals, Texas RioGrande Legal Aid offers free legal services.

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My storage unit went to auction after it was over bidder * and bidder * both backed out when i found out my unit was still there, i attempted several times to pay my balance in full to retrieve my stuff but the storage facility refuse to take my payment and says it belongs to them
I'm sorry to hear about your situation. Could you please let me know in which jurisdiction (city, state) the storage facility is located? This will help me provide more accurate information regarding your rights and possible legal actions.
Palestine texas
In Texas:
- The storage facility must send you a written notice before auctioning your items.
- If the highest bidders backed out, you may have the right to reclaim your items by paying your balance.

Anderson County District Court


Phone:(*) *-*
Address: * N Church St #*, Palestine, TX *
Website: www.co.anderson.tx.us
Im trying to pay in full to retrieve my belongings but they refuse taking my payment
You can file a complaint in the Anderson County District Court. You may also need to seek legal counsel to assist with this process.
I can't afford it and its back in auction for the second time and im running out of time
You can reach out to Texas RioGrande Legal Aid. They provide free legal services to low-income individuals. Their contact information is:

Texas RioGrande Legal Aid


Phone: (*) *-*
Address: * N IH *, Austin, TX *
Website: www.trla.org