Finance
South Carolina imposes a deed recording fee at the time of real estate transfer. This fee is calculated based on:
AThe property's assessed value
BThe consideration paid (sale price)✓ Correct
CThe loan amount
DThe number of pages in the deed
Explanation
South Carolina's deed recording fee (deed stamps) is calculated based on the consideration paid — the sale price of the property. The standard rate is $1.
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