HB214

In realty transfer tax, further providing for excluded transactions; and, in local real estate transfer tax, further providing for imposition.

Introduced·1/22/25
Introduced Text

Exempts first-time home buyers from realty transfer tax in Pennsylvania.

Pennsylvania HB214 amends the Tax Reform Code of 1971 to exempt transfers of real estate to first-time home buyers from the realty transfer tax. A first-time home buyer is defined as someone who resides in Pennsylvania, is domiciled in a single-family residence, and has not owned or purchased a single-family residence before. The exclusion applies to transfers made on or after the effective date of the act.

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Where it stands

Current
Housing and Community Development Committee
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Committee decision

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History

Jan 22, 2025

House

Referred to Housing & Community Development