Escrow & Title
Which of the following best explains why Texas does not have a real estate transfer tax?
AFederal law prohibits transfer taxes in community property states
BThe Texas Constitution prohibits a state income tax and the legislature has not enacted a transfer tax✓ Correct
CTREC rules prohibit additional taxes on real estate sales
DTransfer taxes are only allowed in states with title registration systems
Explanation
Texas has no state real estate transfer tax. Unlike many other states, Texas does not impose a transfer or stamp tax on deed recording. This is a legislative choice — Texas has historically avoided broad-based taxes on real estate transfers.
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