Real Estate MathIntermediateNorth Carolina Exam

A property sold for $285,000 in North Carolina. What is the excise tax owed by the seller?

A$285.00
B$570.00Correct
C$855.00
D$1,425.00

Why $570.00 Is Correct

Answer B: $570.00

NC excise tax is $1 per $500 (or fraction thereof) of the sale price, paid by the seller. $285,000 / $500 = 570 units × $1 = $570.

Exam Tip: Real Estate Math

Math questions are formula-based. Memorize the key formulas: commission splits, proration, cap rate (NOI ÷ Value), GRM (Price ÷ Gross Rent), and LTV (Loan ÷ Value). Practice converting between annual and monthly figures.

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