Pre-Foreclosure Lists in Broward County, FL

Pre-foreclosure lists in Broward County, FL are prepared files of owner and property records tied to the early stage of a Florida mortgage foreclosure, before any court-ordered sale. Wholesalers, investors, agents and attorneys' marketers use them to reach owners while options are still open. ListCentral pre-foreclosure files start from $0.15 per record, with monthly CSV listings in the pre-foreclosure collection.

At a glance

Coverage: Broward County, Florida (Fort Lauderdale and the county's other cities)
Source: the product listing says records are sourced from public county records
Fields: owner name and property address, owner mailing address, assessed value, parcel number, property type, plus further pre-foreclosure fields
Format: CSV, which opens in Excel, Google Sheets and common CRMs; instant digital download
Refresh: data updated daily; weekly files are refreshed by the close of Thursday; monthly files also available
Price: from $0.15 per record; recent monthly listings $283.10 (Mar-Jun 2026) and $102.20 (Jul and Aug 2026)
Sample: free sample of records

What the Broward pre-foreclosure list contains

The current Broward listing (August 2026) describes a file of curated records from public county records, built for investors, wholesalers and agents who target off-market opportunities in the county. The fields it names are:

Owner name and property address
Owner mailing address
Property assessed value
Parcel number and property type
Additional fields specific to pre-foreclosure data

The file is a CSV that drops into a CRM, dialer or mail-merge tool. The listing does not break out the exact filing types, and it does not list phone numbers or emails as fields. Its tags mention lis pendens, but a tag is not a specification.

Treat the file as an early-stage foreclosure signal, not a promise about one document. Before you buy at volume, open the free sample, look at the filing and date columns, and spot-check a few addresses on the Clerk's case search described below. If you need contact details, skip tracing is available as an add-on: Standard is $0.10 per record and Premium is $0.15 per record. DNC scrubbing is available on request.

How a pre-foreclosure record is created in Broward County, Florida

Florida handles mortgage foreclosure through the courts. Chapter 702 of the Florida Statutes, covering the foreclosure of mortgages and statutory liens, sets out pleading rules, deficiency rules and the procedure for judgment. In practical terms, a lender or servicer that wants to foreclose files a lawsuit, and in Broward that lawsuit starts in the circuit court.

Step 1: the complaint is filed with the Clerk

The Broward County Clerk of Courts lists "Real Property Mortgage Foreclosure" as a case type handled by its Circuit Civil Division, located at 201 S.E. 6th Street in Fort Lauderdale. For one-to-four family residential loans, section 702.015 asks the plaintiff to allege that it holds the original note or to state the facts showing it is entitled to enforce it, backed by a certification under penalty of perjury.

Step 2: a lis pendens is recorded against the property

Section 48.23 of the Florida Statutes explains that a lawsuit operates as a lis pendens on the property only if a notice is recorded in the official records of the county where the property sits. The notice must carry the names of the parties, the date the action began or the case number, the court, a description of the property, and a statement of the relief sought. Recording it is what puts later buyers and lenders on notice that a case is pending.

The same section sets a time limit. A notice generally stops being effective one year after the action begins, with exceptions that include claims founded on a duly recorded instrument and extensions the court grants for good cause. A recorded mortgage is the usual example of a recorded instrument, but a lawyer should confirm how this applies to a given case. For the statewide picture, see our Florida lis pendens overview and the county-by-county clerk guide, which cover how other counties differ.

Step 3: the owner is served and the case moves toward judgment

After filing, the defendants are served with a summons and the complaint and have a limited period to respond. The summons states the deadline, and it is short, so an owner who ignores the papers can lose the chance to defend. Section 702.10 lets a lienholder ask for an order to show cause as a route to final judgment, and section 702.065 addresses uncontested cases in which the lender waives any deficiency. Response periods and case lengths vary, so this guide does not quote them; read the papers or ask counsel.

Step 4: judgment, sale and the right of redemption

If the case reaches a final judgment, the property is sold under the court's order. According to the Clerk's Circuit Civil page, sales run through an electronic sale site, bidders must register first, and a deposit of 5% of the estimated highest bid is due by 3:00 p.m. on the business day before the sale. Section 45.0315 gives the owner a right of redemption that lasts until the later of the clerk filing the certificate of sale or the time specified in the judgment.

Between the first filing and the sale, the owner generally still holds the property. A pre-foreclosure file is built to capture that stretch. The later stage is covered in our Broward foreclosure lists guide.

Where Broward foreclosure records live, and what is free versus paid

Court records at the Broward Clerk

The Clerk's Case Search - Public page covers civil cases, including foreclosures, along with family, probate, criminal and traffic matters. You can search by party name, business name or case number. The Clerk states three limits that matter to anyone building a list:

Florida law restricts access to some cases, documents and information, and not every docket has electronic records online.
Information on the site is not the Clerk's official court record.
A search returns at most the first 200 results, so users are told to narrow their criteria.

The Clerk's page does not say whether online searching is free. It does list registered-user access and premium eServices such as eTrack and Commercial Data Service, and its fee schedule lists photocopies at $1.00 per page and certified copies at $2.00 per document.

Recorded documents in the county Official Records

A recorded lis pendens is a recorded document, so it lives in the county's Official Records, which Broward County's Records, Taxes and Treasury Division operates, rather than in the Clerk's case search. Search-result descriptions of that county page indicate an online index of recorded documents, and that court pleadings are not generally recorded except final judgments. That page blocked our automated fetch, so confirm those details on the county site.

Why a prepared file saves time

Doing this by hand means moving between two systems, searching by party name, matching results to parcels, and cleaning everything for your CRM, all under a 200-result cap per search. A prepared file moves that work to us: the records arrive in one CSV with owner, address, parcel and value columns. You still decide who to contact and should still verify a case before acting.

Who buys Broward pre-foreclosure lists, and how they use them

Wholesalers look for owners who may prefer a quick private sale to a court-ordered one.
Agents offer a listing or a short sale path to owners who want to sell on their own terms.
Attorneys' marketers and counselling outreach teams send educational mail about options and free help.

A step-by-step workflow

Download the CSV and open it in Excel or Google Sheets.
Remove rows that do not fit your buy box, such as property types you do not buy.
Look up a sample of parcels in the Clerk's case search to confirm the case is open.
Send a short, plain letter that explains who you are and offers a conversation, not a deadline.
Re-check the case before any offer; a loan can be brought current, modified or dismissed.

How to prioritise using only the fields in the file

The listing names a limited set of columns, so prioritisation should rely on those:

Owner mailing address versus property address. A mismatch suggests a non-owner-occupied property, which calls for a different message than an owner-occupant would get.
Assessed value. This is a tax figure, not a market value or an equity figure. Use it to sort by size, then check real numbers yourself.
Property type. Match it to your strategy, such as single-family homes or condominiums.
Parcel number. Use it to match against other lists, such as inherited property records, divorce lists and code violation lists. An address that shows up in more than one file may deserve a closer look, but each signal still needs to be checked on its own.

What pre-foreclosure data tells you, compared with foreclosure data

A pre-foreclosure record says a process has begun. It does not show that the owner is out of options, unreachable, or ready to sell. Foreclosure data sits further along, around judgment and the court-run sale, where bidders compete in a public process. The practical differences are these:

Owner choices. At the early stage an owner may still have several. Later, they narrow.
Tone. Early outreach is about information and options. Sale-stage outreach is often about a calendar date.
Checking. Cases can be dismissed, settled or paused, so older early-stage records need more checking than new ones.

See the Broward foreclosure guide for the sale stage.

What homeowners can do at this stage (and why it shapes your outreach)

Knowing the owner's options helps you write a message that is honest and useful. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau tells borrowers who cannot pay to call the servicer right away and to contact a HUD-approved housing counseling agency, and notes that if foreclosure is imminent or legal papers have been served, consulting an attorney is worth considering. It lists these options a servicer might offer:

Refinance
Loan modification, which changes the existing loan terms
Repayment plan, which spreads missed amounts over time
Forbearance, which temporarily reduces or pauses payments
Short sale, which is a sale for less than is owed, with lender approval
Deed in lieu of foreclosure, which hands the home back to the lender

Florida adds a court-based option. Under section 45.0315 the owner can redeem until the later of the clerk filing the certificate of sale or the time set in the judgment. An owner may also sell the property before the court does, which is the path that wholesalers and agents are usually discussing. Whether a sale before judgment makes sense depends on the loan balance, liens and the court record, so owners should get advice from an attorney or housing counselor, not from a marketing letter.

Pre-foreclosure list pricing in Broward County

Pre-foreclosure files are priced per record, shown as from $0.15 per record. The file price is the number of records multiplied by the per-record rate. Weekly and monthly files both exist. The monthly pre-foreclosure listings below are shown without record counts, so only their listed prices appear. These are recent listings, not guarantees, and current prices are always on the pre-foreclosure collection and the Broward County files and current prices.

Period (monthly file)	Records shown	Listed price
March 2026	Not shown on listing	$283.10
April 2026	Not shown on listing	$283.10
May 2026	Not shown on listing	$283.10
June 2026	Not shown on listing	$283.10
July 2026	Not shown on listing	$102.20
August 2026	Not shown on listing	$102.20

Worked example (illustration, not market data): a hypothetical file of 200 records at $0.15 per record would cost 200 x $0.15 = $30.00. A hypothetical file of 1,000 records at the same rate would cost 1,000 x $0.15 = $150.00. The numbers are only there to show the arithmetic. Your actual file price depends on the listing you choose and the discounts that apply.

Discounts that can reach the from-price include weekly or monthly subscriptions, bundles of several counties or list types, larger files, and discount codes. A subscription is available for this record type; see the pre-foreclosure collection for details. Skip tracing is an optional add-on: Standard $0.10 per record, Premium $0.15 per record. You can buy what you need, when you need it, and ListCentral covers 2,000+ US counties.

Compliance and respectful outreach

This section is a general reminder, not legal advice. Talk to an attorney about your own process.

Calls and texts. Federal Do Not Call and TCPA rules can apply to marketing calls and text messages. DNC scrubbing is available on request, but compliance is your responsibility.
Foreclosure rescue and equity purchases. Florida Statutes section 501.1377 regulates foreclosure rescue consultants and equity purchasers for one-to-four family homes with a recorded notice of pending foreclosure. It requires written agreements, bars payment before services are complete, and gives homeowners three business days to cancel. If you buy homes from owners in foreclosure, ask counsel whether it covers you.
Rescue scams. The CFPB says you do not have to pay anyone to help you avoid foreclosure, and warns about upfront fees, guarantees, requests to sign over title, and advice to stop paying the mortgage. A respectful investor does none of these and does not pose as a rescue service.
Fair housing. Do not filter or message owners based on protected characteristics.
Be honest about who you are. Say you are an investor or agent, not a lender, a government office or a law firm.
Respect the answer. If someone asks you to stop, stop, and keep a suppression list.
Point owners to free help. A HUD-approved housing counselor and the owner's own servicer cost nothing. The CFPB lists the HOPE Hotline at (888) 995-4673.

Common mistakes when using a Broward pre-foreclosure list

Treating every record as a seller. A record shows a process, not an intention to sell.
Skipping the case check. Dismissals, settlements and payments can change a record's status.
Ignoring Florida's foreclosure rescue rules when buying from owners in foreclosure.
Buying a large file without first looking at the free sample.

Public records DIY, prepared file, or national subscription platform

Approach	Strengths	Trade-offs
DIY from public records	Direct from the source; you see the case first-hand; copy fees may apply	Two systems, a 200-result cap per Clerk search, manual matching and cleaning
Prepared county file (ListCentral)	One CSV with owner, address, parcel and value fields; buy only the county and period you need; from $0.15 per record	You still verify cases and decide who to contact; the listing does not itemise filing types, so check the sample
National subscription platforms	Many counties and tools in one login	Broader scope than one county; pricing and coverage vary by vendor, so compare their current terms directly

Frequently asked questions

How much does a pre-foreclosure list for Broward County, FL cost?

Pre-foreclosure lists are priced from $0.15 per record; file price is records multiplied by the per-record rate. Recent monthly Broward listings were $283.10 each for March to June 2026 and $102.20 each for July and August 2026. Subscriptions, bundles, larger files and discount codes can bring the rate to the from-price. See the pre-foreclosure collection for current prices.

What is a pre-foreclosure list in Broward County?

It is a prepared file of Broward County properties where the owner appears to be in the early stage of a mortgage default or foreclosure case, before a sale has taken place. The listing says the records come from public county records and include owner, address, assessed value and parcel fields. Request the free sample to see which filing types and dates the file holds.

Is a Broward pre-foreclosure list the same as a lis pendens list?

Not necessarily. A lis pendens is one specific recorded notice of a pending lawsuit, and under Florida law it must be recorded in the county's official records to affect the property. The Broward listing does not itemise its filing types, although its tags mention lis pendens. Compare the free sample against the Clerk's case search before you rely on any single label.

How does a foreclosure start in Broward County, Florida?

Florida foreclosures are court cases. The lender or its servicer files a complaint in the circuit court, which in Broward is handled by the Clerk's Circuit Civil Division as a real property mortgage foreclosure case. A notice of pending action, called a lis pendens, is normally recorded in the county's official records so that the lawsuit is visible against the property title.

Can the homeowner still sell the property after a foreclosure case is filed?

Generally yes. A foreclosure case is a lawsuit, and ownership normally stays with the owner until a court-ordered sale. The right of redemption in Florida Statutes section 45.0315 runs until the later of the clerk filing a certificate of sale or the time set in the judgment. Anyone buying should use a title company and a real estate attorney.

How often is the Broward pre-foreclosure data updated?

ListCentral states that its data is updated daily, and weekly files are refreshed by the close of Thursday. Monthly files are also available. Read the period shown on each product page, and request the free sample if you need to see how recent the newest records are.

Is it legal to contact homeowners who are in foreclosure?

Court filings are public records, and contacting owners is generally lawful, but several rules shape how you do it. Federal Do Not Call and TCPA rules can apply to calls and texts, Florida has specific rules for people who offer foreclosure rescue services or buy homes in foreclosure, and fair housing law applies throughout. This is not legal advice, so consult an attorney.

Where can I search Broward foreclosure cases myself?

The Broward Clerk of Courts offers a public case search where civil cases, including foreclosures, can be searched by party name, business name or case number. The Clerk notes that some cases and documents are restricted and that a search returns only the first 200 results. Recorded documents such as a lis pendens are indexed separately in the county Official Records.

Does the list include phone numbers or emails?

The listing describes owner name, addresses, assessed value, parcel number and property type. It does not list phone numbers or emails as included fields. If you need them, skip tracing is available as an add-on at $0.10 per record for Standard or $0.15 per record for Premium, and DNC scrubbing is available on request.

What is the difference between pre-foreclosure and foreclosure lists?

A pre-foreclosure record points to a case or filing that is still early, when the owner generally still holds the property and has choices. Foreclosure data comes later, around judgment and sale. Pre-foreclosure outreach is usually about options and timing, while foreclosure data often involves a scheduled sale. See the Broward foreclosure guide for the later stage.

Can I get a free sample of Broward pre-foreclosure records?

Yes. ListCentral offers a free samples page where you can request sample records before buying. Use it to check the filing type, the dates and the address format, and compare a few parcels with the Broward Clerk case search before a larger purchase.

How do I spot a foreclosure rescue scam when I am doing outreach?

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau lists these warning signs: upfront fees, guarantees that you will keep your home, requests to sign over title, instructions to send payments to someone other than the servicer, forensic audit offers, and advice to stop paying the mortgage. Do none of these, and point owners to their servicer and a HUD-approved housing counselor.

Related Broward County resources

Ready to see the records? Request a free sample or browse the pre-foreclosure collection to pick a weekly or monthly Broward file.

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