Escrow & Title
In Illinois, which party typically pays the real estate transfer tax imposed by the state?
AThe buyer
BThe seller✓ Correct
CShared equally between buyer and seller
DThe lender
Explanation
In Illinois, the state real estate transfer tax of $0.50 per $500 (or fraction thereof) of the sales price is customarily paid by the seller.
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