Real Estate Math
A Vermont property's annual property taxes are $4,800. The tax is paid at closing and the seller has already paid the full year's taxes. If closing occurs on September 1 (assuming a 365-day year), how much does the BUYER owe the SELLER as a proration?
A$1,200
B$1,587
C$1,600✓ Correct
D$2,400
Explanation
Buyer owes seller for the portion of the year from September 1 through December 31. Days from Sept 1 to Dec 31 = 122 days.
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