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CONVEYANCE TAX

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Definition

Conveyance tax is imposed on the transfer of real estate property at the municipal, state or county level. In case you don’t know, conveyance tax is typically computed as a sale price percentage. At times, it is also referred to as real estate transfer tax.

To be precise, conveyance tax varies by how it is imposed on the location and the parties associated with the real estate deal. Conveyance tax is also levied on the transfer of land ownership from a seller to a buyer. Conveyance tax relies significantly on a deed since you cannot transfer it in other ways.



Use of Conveyance Tax in Real Estate

In various jurisdictions, the conveyance tax increases with the property’s sales price. On the other hand, in other jurisdictions, it is a flat rate. The conveyance tax rate may also depend on the type of property. For instance, the conveyance tax rate often fluctuates in residential or commercial property.

Moreover, if you are transferring the ownership rights of unimproved land, the conveyance tax often remains inconsistent. Conventionally, it is the seller who should pay the conveyance tax. However, the rules associated with this tax form vary from one state to the other. Here are some crucial aspects associated with conveyance tax.

ü A conveyance tax is often imposed on the overall value of a real estate transaction at the local or state level

ü These types of taxes are often levied as a flat percentage rate that varies based on the jurisdiction

ü Typically, sellers pay the conveyance tax during the closure of the deal

ü Conveyance taxes may be imposed by various government levels

Based on evolving regulations, both the seller and the buyer must pay the conveyance tax. The amount of conveyance tax you have to pay depends significantly on the type of property sold. You will need essential documents and detailed information to ascertain the proper amount of conveyance tax. 

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