[Legislativecommittee1] Why can't DOR just give a straight answer??

[Lori Bullard]

My thoughts as well…

Lori Bullard, WTP, NTP
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From: Legislativecommittee1 <legislativecommittee1-bounces at washingtonlandtitle.com> On Behalf Of George
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Subject: [External] Re: [Legislativecommittee1] Why can't DOR just give a straight answer??

Am I missing something here? How is this different from recording fees (or excise tax, etc.) collected from the buyer, seller or borrower, etc. "on behalf of" the county recorder or auditor, or the Department of Revenue, or the Department of [fill in the blank]?

George
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Subject: Why can't DOR just give a straight answer??

I just read the updated FAQ on the FPF and this is what it says about tax treatment:

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