It is interesting to compare the Stamp Duty (“Droit d’enregistrement“) applicable to real estate transfers in New York City with the one applicable in Saint Barts.
The new New York City stamp duty schedule, effective July 1st, 2019, will be as follows:
● $1 million to $1,999,999: 1.00% (same as previously)
● $2 million to $2,999,999: 1.25%
● $3 million to $4,999,999: 1.50%
● $5 million to $9,999,999: 2.25%
● $10 million to $14,999,999: 3.25%
● $15 million to $19,999,999: 3.50%
● $20 million to $24,999,999: 3.75%
● $25 million or more: 3.90%
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