2026-04-23
• Joseph E. Haberl
Learn how New Jersey’s realty transfer fees and state tax can impact longtime Ocean County sellers when right-sizing, and what to check at closing.
This post explains how longtime homeowners in Ocean County, New Jersey can face a surprise state tax charge at closing when selling and right-sizing. It outlines when the tax applies, how it is calculated, what exemptions may reduce it, and what to review on the closing statement.