Escrow & Title
In Washington, the Real Estate Excise Tax Affidavit (REETA) must be submitted to the county treasurer:
AWithin 30 days of closing
BAt the time the deed is recorded✓ Correct
COnly if the sale price exceeds $1 million
DAnnually with property tax payments
Explanation
The Real Estate Excise Tax Affidavit (REETA) must be completed and submitted to the county treasurer at the time the deed is recorded. REET must be paid before the deed will be accepted for recording.
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