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06. What are documentary stamp taxes, and how do they relate to recording?

Documentary stamp taxes (also known as excise taxes) are taxes imposed by Florida law on the transfer of ownership or interest in real estate transactions. They are calculated, for recording purposes, as a percentage of either the consideration amount for a Deed or the obligatory amount for a Mortgage. Documentary stamp taxes must be paid at the time of recording. For more information, click here.

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Orange County Comptroller's Office
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P.O. Box 38
Orlando, FL 32802-0038
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