Transfer Tax Calculation
Definition
Transfer tax is a tax imposed on the transfer of real property ownership, typically calculated based on the sale price and paid at closing. It is commonly expressed as a rate per $100, $500, or $1,000 of the sale price.
Example
A property sells for $350,000 with a transfer tax of $1.50 per $500 of sale price. $350,000 / $500 = 700 units. 700 x $1.50 = $1,050 in transfer tax.
Exam Tip
Read the question carefully to determine whether the rate is per $100, per $500, or per $1,000. Some questions ask you to work backward from the tax amount to find the sale price—divide the tax paid by the rate per unit, then multiply by the denomination. Remember that rounding rules vary.
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