Property Valuation
Washington's senior citizens and disabled persons are eligible for property tax exemptions under the Senior Citizen/Disabled Persons Exemption program if they meet which primary requirement?
AThey must own their home outright with no mortgage
BThey must meet income limits and own and occupy their residence as their primary home✓ Correct
CThey must be 70 years or older
DThey must apply through the DOL
Explanation
Washington's Senior Citizen/Disabled Persons Exemption Program reduces property taxes for qualifying seniors and disabled persons who own and occupy their home as their primary residence and meet the income limits set by the legislature.
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