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How much tax does escrow hold back when you sell?

California withholding and FIRPTA come out of your check at closing. See the amount, the forms, and when you get it back.

The numbers shown are an example. Change them to yours.

$
$
Total held back at closing
$0
California withholding $0
Standard: 3⅓% of sale price$0
Optional: 12.3% of gain seller can elect on Form 593$0
FIRPTA (federal) $0
Total withheld $0
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