[WSBARP] Update on Need for Real Estate Excise Tax Affidavit to Record Transfer on Death Deed

[michael westseattleattorney.com]

WOW, looks like your on their list

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Subject: [WSBARP] Update on Need for Real Estate Excise Tax Affidavit to Record Transfer on Death Deed


Listmates,



A week or two ago we had a discussion regarding Jefferson County requiring an real estate excise tax affidavit to record a transfer on death deed.  I took another listmate’s advice and sent in the affidavit with the $10 but with a letter saying it was done under protest and cited the WAC provisions showing no need for such a process.  Yesterday,  we learned we were right no need for the affidavit with such a deed.  HOWEVER, because I was also recording an Affidavit of Lack of Probate, on another matter, it was that document that required the REETA.  WHAT!  I am not going to waste my time researching the WAC’s for such a requirement.  At least here in Clallam County, we are never required to include the REETA when recording  such a lack of probate affidavit or even a community property agreement.  County Treasurers’ creativity, or obstructionism, never ceases to amaze me.  At least it is Friday!



Jeff Davis
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