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When comparing Connecticut's real estate conveyance tax to transfer tax systems in other states, which of the following statements about Connecticut's system is NOT accurate?

Correct Answer

C) Connecticut's conveyance tax is paid by the buyer because it is modeled after a federal excise tax on real property acquisitions.

Option C is the inaccurate statement. Connecticut's conveyance tax is paid by the seller (grantor), not the buyer. Additionally, there is no federal excise tax on real property acquisitions that Connecticut's tax is 'modeled after.' The conveyance tax is a state-level tax imposed on the grantor under CGS § 12-494, with no federal analog.

Answer Options
A
Connecticut imposes a tiered state conveyance tax with rates that increase as the sale price rises above specified thresholds.
B
Connecticut municipalities are authorized to levy a local conveyance tax in addition to the state tax.
C
Connecticut's conveyance tax is paid by the buyer because it is modeled after a federal excise tax on real property acquisitions.
D
Connecticut's highest conveyance tax tier applies a rate of 2.25% to the portion of the sale price exceeding $2,500,000.

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