Escrow & Title
In Connecticut, the conveyance tax (transfer tax) is typically paid by:
AThe buyer
BSplit equally between buyer and seller
CThe seller✓ Correct
DThe real estate broker
Explanation
In Connecticut, the real estate conveyance tax is paid by the seller (grantor) at the time of the deed's recording. The base rate is 0.
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