Property tax deferral program for homeowners with limited income

Available To:
Homeowners with combined disposable income of $57,000 or less. 

Program Benefits: 
For the qualifying applicant, the laws governing this program allow payment of the second half property tax installment due in October of the current year.  Applications are due by September 1.  The deferred amount accrues simple interest until repayment is complete.  The interest rate varies and is based on an average of the federal short-term rate, plus 2 percent.  The application form provides the rate for the current year.  Deferrals must be repaid when the home is sold, the applicant passes away, or the home is no longer used as the primary residence.

Qualifying Activity:
Own home in Washington for five years; occupy as a primary residence; have combined disposable income of $57,000 or less; and have enough equity to secure the interest of the State of Washington in the property.

Reporting/Documentation Requirements:

Completion of Deferral Application for Homeowners with Limited Income  

Annual renewal