What is the cost of transfer tax in the state of Michigan?

If the value of the real estate transferred is $100 or more, payment of state and county transfer tax is required.

  • Rate of County tax - $0.55 for each $500 or fraction thereof.
  • Rate of State tax - $3.75 for each $500 or fraction thereof.

However, you may be exempt. Please check with your attorney or title company or review the Michigan Legislature State Exemptions or County Exemptions pages.

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