Sandy's Productivity Corner

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Sandy's Productivity Corner

Protect Yourself Against Cyberfraud

Practice these safety measures to help protect yourself against Cyberfraud I wanted to share with you some tips to help protect yourself against the ever increasing threat of Cyberfraud.  These measures will help to prevent against cyber-attacks and unauthorized access to your electronic devices. If you do have any questions, I would love …

Comparing Condos and Co-ops

Occasionally I’m asked the difference between a Condominium and a Co-op. I thought you would find this information helpful when listing your next Condo or Co-op. If you do have any questions, I would love to hear from you. Condominiums: Ownership: Buying a condominium means you own the real estate, including an interest in common areas. Fees: Condominiums charge …

GTOs or Geographical Targeting Orders

Occasionally I am asked about the enforcement of Geographic Targeting Orders (GTOs) and who is affected by its regulation. I thought you would find this information helpful. What is GTO and Who is Affected? On May 14, 2019, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) announced the renewal of its Geographic Targeting Orders …

Washington State Recording Fee Increase

Fee change

Please note that new statewide Recording fees will go into effect as of July 1st, 2019 and will be consistent in all Washington counties.

There will be a $2.00 surcharge on ALL documents that are not exempt from the homeless housing or low income housing fees – this includes all regularly recorded documents, including maps and marriage licenses.

Regular Recorded Document Fee 

$103.50 for first page and $1.00 for each additional page – this is for all regularly recorded documents like deeds, liens, covenants, etc.

Exceptions to Regular Recorded Documents

Deeds of Trust will be $104.50 for the first page and $1.00 for each additional page.

All State, County and Municipal Liens will be $39.00 for the first page and $1.00 for each additional page.

Death Certificates will be $39.00 for the first page and $1.00 for each additional page.

Marriage Licenses will be $69.00 total.

*Fees for Maps (Surveys, Plats, Condos, etc.) will increase to $187.50 for the first page and $5.00 for each additional page.

I always enjoy hearing from you should you have any questions.

Warm Regards,

Sandy