Bankruptcy could help owners skirt doc stamp taxes

Gary M. Kaleita

Florida’s documentary stamp tax is assessed on deeds and other instruments transferring title to real property at the rate of 70 cents per $100 of consideration. While this may not seem like a significant amount, the tax can be substantial when high-end property is transferred.

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