In situations like this, I make sure it is the seller signing the "Statement of Value" [PA] or the "Affidavit of Consideration" [NJ] so any tax questions become between them and the taxing authority instead of the title company and the taxing authorities.  In PA, the tax is based either on the sales price or the equilized value of the property according to the Common Level Ratios established by the commonwealth's revenue department.  Which ever is higher, is supposed to be what is charged.  Even though Statements of Value and Affidavits of Consideration are not always required, it is permissable to do them, and if I had a similar situation as you, I would certainly use one signed by the seller.  And then leave it up to the taxing authorities to sort if all out.  We are title agents, not tax consultants.

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