"Documentary stamp tax is levied at the rate of $.70 per $100 (or portion thereof) on documents that transfer interest in Florida real property, such as warranty deeds and quit claim deeds. (The Miami-Dade County rate is $.60 on all documents plus $.45 surtax on documents transferring anything other than a single-family residence). This tax is usually paid to the Clerk of Court when the document is recorded. The Clerks of Court send the money to the Department of Revenue and the Department distributes the funds according to law.
A reference sheet is available to help determine the correct amount of documentary stamp tax due on documents that transfer an interest in Florida real property.
Documentary stamp tax is also levied at the rate of $.35 per $100 (or portion thereof) on documents that are executed or delivered in Florida, for example:
Notes and other written obligations to pay.
Certain renewal notes.
Bonds (original issuance).
Mortgages.
Liens." |
