WAC 458-61A-217   Rerecord.  (1) Introduction. The rerecording of documents to correct a legal description, change contract terms, or correct the spelling of the name of a party to the transaction, is not subject to the real estate excise tax.

     (2) Documentation required. An affidavit is required for the rerecording. The affidavit must refer to the prior affidavit number and the recorded document number for the prior transaction, and must include a complete explanation of why the rerecording is necessary.



[Statutory Authority: RCW 82.32.300, 82.01.060(2), and82.45.150 . 05-23-093, § 458-61A-217, filed 11/16/05, effective 12/17/05.]