Escrow & Title
At a Massachusetts residential closing, the deed transfer excise tax stamps are affixed to the:
AThe mortgage note
BThe deed, or a separate tax form submitted to the Registry of Deeds✓ Correct
CThe title insurance policy
DThe survey plan
Explanation
Massachusetts deed excise tax stamps are affixed to the deed at the Registry of Deeds upon recording, or the tax is separately remitted to the Registry. The Registry requires payment of the excise tax before recording a deed.
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