How much tax does it cost to buy a house in America?

The transaction tax is not 2%, but 2% at most, usually 0.4%~2%, which varies from state to state.

Pay after buying a house in America:

1, property tax, 1~3%, new york and Houston are 3%, and ordinary cities are 1%. This property tax is estimated by the US government department and cannot be less. Sometimes called local taxes.

2, property fees, apartments are higher, and some villas have no property fees. Apartment costs 2-300 USD/month and villa costs 500-800 USD/year, depending on the city and location.

3. insurance. Generally, the total insurance is 600~800 dollars. California must buy earthquake insurance and generally buy fire insurance. Houses in America are generally made of wood.

4. Management fee. If you live by yourself, you don't need to pay.

5. Rent income tax. General real estate management companies have strong accountants, professional tax avoidance and low wages.

You can ask Hans about American real estate.