Escrow & Title
Montana does NOT impose a state real estate transfer tax. This means:
ABuyers in Montana have no closing costs
BThere is no state-level tax on the transfer of real property at the time of sale✓ Correct
CCounties may not impose any transfer fees either
DOnly commercial transactions are exempt from transfer taxes
Explanation
Montana is one of a few states with no state-level real estate transfer tax. There is no excise or stamp tax imposed on the transfer of real property at the state level, which can reduce closing costs.
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