Escrow & Title
What is a 'deed tax' in Delaware?
AA separate tax on all recorded deeds in addition to the transfer tax
BDelaware's Realty Transfer Tax imposed on the transfer of real property, paid by buyer and seller✓ Correct
CA tax on estate transfers of real property to heirs
DA local government assessment on recorded deed changes
Explanation
Delaware imposes a Realty Transfer Tax (sometimes informally called deed tax) on real property transfers. The total rate is 3% of the purchase price, typically split equally (1.5% each) between buyer and seller, with some county/local additions.
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