Hialeah is located in Miami-Dade County, Florida. Unlike all other Florida counties which impose the documentary stamp tax at $0.70 per $100 (0.70%), Miami-Dade County applies a reduced rate of $0.60 per $100 (0.60%). This lower rate exists because Miami-Dade has a separate surtax structure for certain transactions. The minimum tax is $0.60. The tax is collected by Miami-Dade County at the time of deed recording, and neither the City of Hialeah nor Miami-Dade County imposes an additional local transfer tax beyond the state rate.
In Hialeah and throughout Florida, the documentary stamp tax is customarily paid by the seller at closing. However, this is negotiable, and the purchase agreement may assign the obligation to the buyer or split the cost between both parties. First-time buyers and sellers should confirm payment responsibilities with their closing agent or real estate attorney before signing.
Certain Hialeah real estate transactions may qualify for an exemption from the Florida Documentary Stamp Tax. Common exemptions include transfers between spouses, transfers to qualifying governmental entities, transfers with no monetary consideration (such as gifts), and certain qualifying nonprofit transfers. Consult a Florida real estate attorney or licensed title company to determine whether your specific transaction qualifies for an exemption.