Though the Union victory freed the nationâs 4 million slaves, the legacy of slavery continued to influence American history, from the tumultuous years of Reconstruction (1865-77) to the civil rights movement that emerged in the 1960s, a century after emancipation.
Average Closing Costs in Pennsylvania. Average closing costs in Pennsylvania range from $1,733 to $3,022. On a $200,000 home purchase, these fees represent 0.86 to 1.51% of purchase prices. The Keystone State is sandwiched between two states whose average mortgage fees are the lowest and second-highest in the nation.
PENNSYLVANIA DEED TRANSFER TAX. If youâre purchasing a home in Pennsylvania, one of the closing costs you will incur is the Pennsylvania state deed transfer tax. Think of the transfer tax (or tax stamp) as a sales tax on real estate.The State of Pennsylvania charges 1% of the sales price and the municipality and school district USUALLY charge 1% between them for a total of 2% (i.e. 2% X 100,000 = $2,000). By custom, the buyer and seller split the cost.he PA deed transfer tax is not charged on refinance transactions. . . only on property transfers (i.e. sales). Pennsylvania DOES NOT have a mortgage tax or revenue stamps.