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Recorder's Office
King County Administration Building, Room 311
500 Fourth Ave.
Seattle, WA 98104
206-296-1570
206-205-8396 FAX

July 26, 2009 Fee Increase

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Real Estate Excise Tax

 All real estate transactions that involve conveyance of property require consideration of Excise Tax. All Excise Taxes assessed on a conveyance must be paid prior to the recording of the conveyance documents, i.e., warranty deed or real estate contract. A real estate excise tax affidavit must be completed and signed by all parties involved in a real property conveyance. To obtain an Excise Tax Affidavit form, call 206- 296-1570.

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