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STATUTORY WARRANTY DEED
0 THE GRAI NTOR TED BEHR, as his separate estate
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for and in consideration of Ten Dollars and other valuable consideration
0 in hand paid, conveys and warrants to CITY OF TUKWILA, a municipal corporation
the following described real estate, situated in the County of King, State of Washington:
Lot 6, Riverside Park Addition, according to the plat thereof,
recorded in Volume 70 of Plats, page 73, in King County, Washington;
Except that portion of Lots 5 and 6 replatted as Duwamish Terrace,
according to the plat thereof, recorded in Volume 75 of Plats, page
68, in King County, Washington.
FILED BY CHICAGO TITLE INSUR:A "U 10.
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POSTAGE CHARGE $.40
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DATED: 27, 1994
Ted Behr
STATE OF WASHINGTON
ss.
COUNTY OF King
On this day personally appeared before me Ted Behr to me known to be the individual(s)
described in and who executed the within and foregoing instrument, and acknowledged that he
signed the same as his free and voluntary act and deed, for the uses and purposes therein
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GIVEN under my hand and official seal t his �_.J� day of n(AC'
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PLFASI PYPE OR PRINT REAL ESTATE EXCISE TAX AFFIDAVIT This form is your receipt when stamped
PLEASE SEE REVERSE Form No. 84 0001A by cashier.
CHAPTER 82.45 RCW CHAPTER 458-61 WAC
For Use at County Treasurer's Office
(Use Form No. 84 -0001B for Reporting Transfers of Controlling Interest of Entity Ownership to the Department of Revenue)
THIS AFFIDAVIT WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED UNLESS ALL AREAS 1 -7 ARE FULLY COMPLETED
Name Ted Behr r, Name r t y of Tukwi l a
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5703 S Pamt•l a Or
r0 City Sedtt l p WA 9d] 78 State Zip
ADDRESS TO SEND ALL PROPERTY TAX RELATED CORRESPONDENCE
Name City of Tukwila
Street 6%1111 Sn0hrPnfPt- Rivii
Tukwila, WA 95188 1 1 1
City/State
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LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY SITUATED IN UNINCORPORATED Eti i ri rt COUNTY OR IN CITY OF
Street Address (if property is improved):
Lot 6, Riverside Marl; Addition, arcording to thr- plat tht- rt-nf,
recorded in Volume 70 of Pi,itn. aq e 73, in Kincl County, Wanhingtnn;
Except thpt portion of Lotr 5 and fi rt platted as Duwami sh Tr rare,
arrorrli t tht� plat thereof, r_erorded in Volume 75 of Pl ats paai-
65, tr, KiliI (Iounty, WaShingr ')n.
Is this property currently:
YES NO
Description of tangible personal property if included in sale (furniture,
appliances, etc.)
Classified or designated as forest land?
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Chapter 84.33 RCW
Principal Use: Apt. (4 unit) residential
Classified as current use land (open space, farm
and agricultural, or timber)? Chapter 84.34 RCW
Gross Sale Price
Exempt from property tax as a nonprofit
organization? Chapter 84.36 RCW
Seller's Exempt Reg. No.
Receiving special valuation as historic
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property under? Chapter 84.25 RCW
Property Type: 21 land only land with new building
Excise Tax State
land with previously used building land with mobile home
timber only building only
Local
If exemption claimed, list WAC number and explanation.
WAC No. (Sec /Sub)
Explanation
Type of Document St n t U i or y W r r a rat y Ot e d
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(2) NOTICE OF COMPLIANCE (Chapter 84.26 RCW) Name (print)
If the new owner(s) of property with special valuation as historic property Date &Place of Signing
wish to continue this special valuation the new owner(s) must sign below. g g
If the new owner(s) do not desire to continue such special valuation, all Signature of
additional tax calculated pursuant to Chapter 84.26 RCW, shall be due g
and payable by the seller or transferor at the time of sale. Grantee /Agent
(3) OWNER(S) SIGNATURE Name (print)
Date Place of Signing
PERJURY: Perjury is a class C felony which is punishable by imprisonment in a state correctional institution for a maximum
term of not more than five years, or by a fine in an amount fixed by the court of not more than five thousand dollars ($5,000.00),
or by both imprisonment and fine (RCW 9A.20.020 (1C)).
FOR TREASURER'S ffif fY AGO TITLE INSURANCE CO.
TAXPAYER
FORM REV 84 0001A (12 -93) (PD 12- 17 -93) REF. 'll Q 5 U �J
POSTAGE CHARGE $.40
Date of Document
Principal Use: Apt. (4 unit) residential
timber El agricultural commercial /industrial
Gross Sale Price
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other
Personal Property (deduct)
Taxable Sale Price
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(1) NOTICE OF CONTINUANCE (RCW 84.33 or RCW 84.34)
Excise Tax State
If the new owner(s) of land that is classified or designated as current use
Local
or forest land wish to continue the classification or designation of such
land, the new owner(s) must sign below. If the new owner(s) do not desire
Delinquent Interest: State
to continue such classification or designation, all compensating or additional
Local
tax calculated pursuant to RCW 84.33.120 and 140 or RCW 84.34.108 shall
Delinquent Penalty: State
be due and payable by the seller or transferor at the time of sale. The county
assessor must determine if the land transferred qualifies to continue
Total Due
classification or designation and must so indicate below. Signatures do
THERE IS A $2.00 FEE FOR PROCESSING THIS FORM IF NO TAX IS DUE
not necessarily mean the land will remain in classification or designation.
If it no longer qualifies, it will be removed and the compensating taxes
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will be applied. All new owners must sign.
I certify under penalty of perjury under the laws of the state of
This land does does not qualify for continuance.
Washington that the foregoing is true and correct.
Date
Signature of
DEPUTY ASSESSOR
Grantor /Agent
(2) NOTICE OF COMPLIANCE (Chapter 84.26 RCW) Name (print)
If the new owner(s) of property with special valuation as historic property Date &Place of Signing
wish to continue this special valuation the new owner(s) must sign below. g g
If the new owner(s) do not desire to continue such special valuation, all Signature of
additional tax calculated pursuant to Chapter 84.26 RCW, shall be due g
and payable by the seller or transferor at the time of sale. Grantee /Agent
(3) OWNER(S) SIGNATURE Name (print)
Date Place of Signing
PERJURY: Perjury is a class C felony which is punishable by imprisonment in a state correctional institution for a maximum
term of not more than five years, or by a fine in an amount fixed by the court of not more than five thousand dollars ($5,000.00),
or by both imprisonment and fine (RCW 9A.20.020 (1C)).
FOR TREASURER'S ffif fY AGO TITLE INSURANCE CO.
TAXPAYER
FORM REV 84 0001A (12 -93) (PD 12- 17 -93) REF. 'll Q 5 U �J
POSTAGE CHARGE $.40
O'Conner Law Corporation P.S.
130 Andover Park East Suite 102
Seattle, WA 98188
(206) 242 -5345
(206) 242 -7091 (FAX)
Buyers Name: Ted Behr Escrow No: 94078
Sellers Name: City of Tukwila
CLOSING AGREEMENT AND ESCROW INSTRUCTIONS
For Purchase and Sale Transaction
The Undersigned buyer and seller (referred to herein as "the parties hereby designate and
appoint: O' Conner Law Corporation P.S.
(referred to herein as "the closing agent to act as their closing and escrow agent
according to the following agreements and instructions.
IT IS AGREED, AND THE CLOSING AGENT IS INSTRUCTED, AS FOLLOWS:
Terms of Sale. The terms and conditions of the transaction which is the subject
of these instructions (referred to herein as "the transaction are set forth in the
parties' Purchase and Sale Agreement (referred to herein as "the parties agreement which
is made a part of these instructions by this reference. Any changes to the parties'
agreement will be made a part of these instructions, without further reference when signed
by the parties and delivered to the closing agent. These instructions are not intended to
amend, modify or supersede the terms and conditions of the parties' agreement and if there
is any conflict or inconsistency between these instructions and the parties' agreement, the
terms and conditions of the parties' agreement shall control
Descrintion of Real Proaerty. The real property which is the subject of the
transaction (referred to herein as "the property is identified in the parties' agreement.
The document required to close the transaction must contain the "legal description" of the
property. If the parties' agreement does not contain the correct legal description, the
parties or the real estate agent shall obtain an addendum setting forth the legal
description as soon as possible and deliver it to the closing agent.
C los ina Date. The date on the documents required to close the transaction are filed
for record (referred to herein as "the closing date shall be on or before the date for
closing of the transaction specified in the parties' agreement or in an addendum extending
that date.
Documents. The closing agent is instructed to select, prepare, complete, correct,
receive, hold, record and deliver documents as necessary to close the transaction. The
closing agent may request that certain documents be prepared or obtained by the parties or
their attorneys, in which case the parties shall deliver the requested documents to the
closing agent before the closing date. Execution of any document will be considered
approval of its form and contents by each party signing such document.
Devosit and Disbursements of Funds. Before the closing date, each party shall
deposit with the closing agent all funds required to be paid by such party to close the
transaction, less any earnest money previously deposited with the real estate agent. The
closing agent is authorized, but not required, to consider a lending institution's written
commitment to deposit funds as the equivalent of a deposit of such funds, if all conditions
of the commitment will be met on or before the closing date. All funds received by the
closing agent shall be deposited in one or more of its general escrow or trust accounts
with any bank doing business in the State of Washington and may be transferred to any other
such accounts. The closing agent shall not be required to disburse any funds deposited by
check or draft until it has been advised by its bank that such check or draft has been
honored. All disbursements shall be made by the closing agent's check.
Settlement Statement. The closing agent is instructed to prepare a settlement
statement showing all funds deposited for the account of each of the parties and the
proposed disbursement from such funds. No funds shall be disbursed until the parties have
examined and approved the settlement statement. Some items may be estimated, and the final
amount of each estimated item will be adjusted to the exact amount required to be paid at
the time of disbursement. The settlement statement will be subject to audit and any errors
or omissions may be corrected at any time. If any monetary error is found, the amount will
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be iMmediately paid by the party liable for such payment to the party entitled to receive
Pro- rations. Adjustments or pro- rations of real estate taxes, and other charges if
any, shall be made on a per -diem basis using a 365 day year, unless the closing agent is
otherwise instructed.
Title Insurance. The closing agent is instructed to obtain and forward to the
parties a preliminary commitment for title insurance on the property and any other parcel
of real property that will be used to secure payment of any obligation created in the
transaction (referred to herein as "the title report The closing agent is authorized to
rely on the title report in the performance of its duties and shall have no responsibility
or liability for any title defects or encumbrances which are not disclosed in the title
report.
verification of Existing Encumbrances. This closing agent is instructed to
request a written statement from the holder of each existing encumbrance on the property,
verifying its status, terms, balance owing and, if it will not be removed, the requirements
that must be met to obtain a waiver of any due -on -sale provision. The closing agent is
authorized to rely upon such written statements in the performance of its duties, without
liability or responsibility for their accuracy or completeness.
Instructions from Third Parties. If any written instructions necessary to close
the transaction according to the parties' agreement are given to the closing agent by
anyone other than the parties or their attorneys, including but not limited to lenders,
such instructions are accepted and agreed to by the parties.
Disclosure of Information to Third Parties,. The closing agent is authorized
to furnish, upon request, copies of any closing documents, agreements or instructions
concerning the transaction to the parties' attorneys, and to any real estate agent, lender
or title insurance company involved in the transaction. Other papers or documents
containing personal or financial information concerning any party may not be released to
anyone other than party's attorney or lender, without prior written approval.
Potential Legal Problems. If the closing agent becomes aware of any facts,
circumstances or potential problems which in the closing agent's opinion should be reviewed
by any of the parties attorneys, the closing agent is authorized, in its sole discretion,
to advise the parties of such facts, circumstances or potential problems and recommend that
legal counsel be sought.
Closing Auent's Fees and Expenses. The closing agent's fee is intended as
compensation for services set forth in these instructions. If additional services are
required to comply with any change or addition to the parties' agreement or these
instructions, or as a result of any party's assignment of interest or delay in performance,
the parties shall also reimburse the closing agent for any out -of- pocket costs and expenses
incurred by it under these instructions. The closing agent's fees, costs and expenses shall
be due and payable on the closing date or other termination of the closing agent's duties
and responsibilities under these instructions, and shall be paid one -half by the seller
unless otherwise provided in the parties' agreement.
Cancellation. These instructions may be canceled by a written agreement, signed by
all of the parties, and payment of the closing agent's fees, costs and expenses. Upon
receipt of such agreement and payment, the closing agent shall return any money or
documents then held by it to the parties that deposited the same, and shall have no further
duties or responsibilities under these instructions.
Inability to Comely With Instructions. If the closing agent receives
conflicting instructions or determines, for any reason, that it cannot comply with these
instructions by the date for closing specified in the parties' agreement or in any written
extension of that date, it shall notify the parties, request further instructions, and in
its discretion: (1) continue to perform its duties and close the transaction as soon as
possible after receiving further instructions, or (2)if no conflicting instruction have
been received, return any money or documents then held by it to the parties that deposited
the same, less any fees and expenses chargeable to such party, or (3)commence a court
action, deposit the money and documents held by it into the registry of the court, and ask
the court to determine the rights of the parties. When the money and documents have been
returned to the parties or deposited into the registry of the court, the closing agent
shall have no further duties or responsibilities under these instructions.
Disputes. Should any dispute arise between the parties, or any of them, and /or any
other party, concerning the property or funds involved in the transaction, the closing
agent may, in its sole discretion, hold all documents and funds in their existing status
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,pending resolution of the dispute, or join or commence a court action, deposit the money
and documents held by it with the court, and ask the court to determine the rights of the
parties, Upon depositing said funds and documents with the court, the closing agent shall
have no further duties or responsibilities under these instructions. The parties jointly
and severally agree to pay the closing agent's costs expenses and reasonable attorney's
fees incurred in any lawsuit arising out of or in connection with the transaction or these
instructions, whether such lawsuit is instituted by the closing agent, the parties, or any
other person.
Notices. Any notice, declaration or request made under these instructions shall be
in writing, signed by the party giving such notice or making such declaration or request,
and personally delivered or mailed to the closing agent and other parties at their
addresses set forth in these instructions.
Amendments. Any amendment, addition or supplement to these instructions must be in
writing, signed by the appropriate parties and delivered to the closing agent.
Counterparts. These instructions may be executed in one or more counterparts with
like effect as if all signatures appeared on one copy.
Effect. These instructions shall bind and benefit the parties, the closing agent, and
their successors in interest.
Definitions. When used herein or in any amendment, addition or supplement hereto,
words and phrases are defined and are to be construed as follows:
The words "buyer" and "seller" refer to all persons and entities identified as such by
their signatures on this document, jointly and severally unless otherwise indicated, and
shall be construed interchangeably with other similar terms as "purchaser "vendee
"vendor "grantee or "grantor" as may be appropriated in the contest and circumstances
to which such words apply.
The word "lender" refers to any lending institution or other party, including the
seller if appropriate, that has agreed to provide all or part of the financing for the
transaction or to which the buyer has made a loan application.
The phrase "these instructions" refer to agreements, instructions and provisions set
forth in this document and all amendments, additions and supplements to this document.
The phrase "the property" refers to the real property identified in the parties
agreement, including any other parcel of real property that will be used to secure payment
of any obligation created in the transaction, and does not include any items of personal
property unless otherwise specifically stated in these instructions.
The phrase "outside of escrow" refers to any duty, obligation or other matter which is
the sole responsibility of the parties or of any party, and for which the closing agent
shall have no responsibility or liability.
In these instructions, singular and plural words, and masculine, feminine and neuter
words, shall be construed interchangeably as may be appropriate in the context and
circumstances to which such words apply.
MATTERS TO BE COMPLETED BY THE BUYER AND SELLER
IMPORTANT READ CAREFULLY
THE FOLLOWING ITEMS MUST BE COMPLETED BY THE PARTIES, OUTSIDE OF ESCROW,
AND ARE NOT PART OF THE CLOSING AGENT'S DUTIES UNDER THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
Insuection and ADnroval of the Property. Any required inspections or approvals
of the property will be arranged and completed by the parties, outside of escrow. The
closing agent shall have no liability with respect to the physical condition of the
property, or any building, improvements, plumbing, heating, cooling, electrical, septic, or
other systems on the property, and no responsibility to inspect the property, or to
otherwise determine its physical cordition, or to determine whether any required
improvements, additions or repairs have been satisfactorily completed.
Personal Proverty. Any required inspections, approvals or transfers of possession
of any owned or leased fixtures, equipment or other items of personal property included in
the transaction, and payment of any personal property, sales or use taxes, will be
completed by the parties outside of escrow. Unless otherwise instructed, the closing agent
shall have no responsibility with respect to such personal property and shall not be
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to determine the status or condition of the title to, encumbrances upon,
ownership, or physical condition of such personal property, nor to calculate, pro -rate,
collect, prepare returns for or pay any personal tax, sales tax or use tax arising from the
transaction.
Utilities. All orders, cancellations, transfers, payments and adjustment of
accounts for water, sewer, garbage collection, electricity, gas, fuel oil, telephone,
television cable and any other utilities or public services will be completed by the
parties outside of escrow. Unless otherwise instructed, the closing agent shall have no
responsibility to determine, collect, pro -rate or adjust charges for installation of
service for any utilities pr public services, except to pro -rate existing recurrent
assessments for public improvements, if any, which appear on the title report.
Fire or Casualty Insurance. If a new policy for fire, hazard or casualty
insurance on the property is necessary to close the transaction, the buyer will arrange for
the policy to be issued, outside of escrow, and will provide evidence of the required
insurance coverage to the closing agent before the closing date. Unless otherwise
instructed,, the closing agent shall have no responsibility to contract for or obtain any
policy for fire, hazard or casualty insurance on the property, or any assignment of such
policy.
Possession of the Prooertv,. The transfer of possession of the property shall be
arranged directly between the parties outside of escrow and shall not be the responsibility
of the closing agent.
Collection Account. If any financing for the transaction will be provided by a
private party, the parties are advised to open a collection account at a financial
institution to receive and disburse payments to be made under the private promissory note
or contract. The collection account shall be established by the parties outside of escrow
and shall not be the responsibility of the closing agent.
Pavment of Omitted Taxes. If any additional real property taxes are assessed for
recent improvements made to the property and not added to the tax rolls before the closing
date, the parties shall pay their respective shares of such omitted taxes, pro -rated as of
the closing date, within 30 days after receipt of notification that such taxes have been
assessed. The closing agent shall not be responsible or liable for any assessments,
collection, or payment of omitted taxes.
Individual Taxes. The parties aie advised to consult with their attorneys to
determine whether they must report income, deduct expenses or losses, or withhold or pay
any income or business taxes as a result of the transaction. The closing agent shall have
no responsibility for the parties' individual tax consequences arising from the
transaction.
Foreian Investment in Real Property Tax Act. If any seller is, or may be, a
non resident alien or a foreign corporation, partnership, trust or estate for the purposes
of the United States income taxation, the parties are advised to consult with their
attorneys before the closing date to determine their responsibilities and liabilities, if
any, under the Foreign Investment in Real Property Tax Act (Section 1445 et seq. of the
Internal Revenue Code). The closing agent is not required to verify the nationality or
foreign status of any of the sellers, or to withhold, report or pay any amounts due under
such act.
Avvrovals and Permits. The parties are advised to consult with their attorneys to
determine whether any building, zoning, subdivision, septic system or other construction or
land use permits or approvals will be required, either before or after the closing date.
The closing agent shall have no responsibility with respect to any such permit or approval,
and shall have no liability arising form the failure of any party to obtain, or from the
refusal of any governmental authority to grant,any such permit or approval.
Compliance With Certain Laws The parties are advised to consult with their
attorneys to determine their responsibilities, if any, under the Consumer Protection Act,
Truth -in- Lending Act, Interstate Land Sales Act or other similar laws. The closing agent
shall have no responsibility for the parties compliance, nor any liability arising from the
failure of any party to comply, with any such law.
NOTICE 10 PARTIES
The services of O'Conner Law Corporation, P.S., will be performed under the
supervision of James v. O'Conner, Attorney.
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You are further advised that:
O'Conner Law Corporation, P.S., is not acting as the advocate or representative
of either (or any) of the parties.
The documents prepared by O'Conner Law Corporation, P.S. will affect the legal
rights of the parties.
The parties' interests in the documents may differ.
The parties have a right to be represented by attorneys of their own selection.
The Closers cannot give legal advice as to the manner in which the documents
affect the parties.
BY SIGNING THESE INSTRUCTIONS, EACH PARTY ACKNOWLEDGES:
I have been specifically informed that the closing agent is forbidden by law from
offering any advice concerning the merits of the transaction or the documents
that will be used to close the transaction.
The closing agent has not offered any legal advice or referred me to any named
attorney, but has clearly requested that I seek legal counsel if I have any doubt
concerning the transaction or these instructions.
I have had adequate time and opportunity to read and understand these
instructions.
BUYER SELLER
/Ljz /9 7 CITY OF TUKWILA
Ted Behr Date
BY
Date Date
Date Date
Date Date
Buyer's Mailing Address:
Ph:H W
Accepted:
By:
Seller's Mailing Address:
Ph:H W
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ESTIMATED CLOSING STATEMENT
SELLER
City of Tukwila
6200 Southcenter Blvd
Tukwila, WA 98188
Estimated Closing Date:
April 29, 1994
Escrow No. 94078
Page 1
Property:
Lot 10, Riverside Park Add, Tukwila, WA
DEBITS
CONSIDERATION:
Sales Price
Check Herewith 5,000.00
Totals 5,000.00
NOTICE: This estimated closing statement is subject to changes, corrections or
additions at the time of final computation of closing escrow statement.
City/ of Tukwila
O'Conner Law Corporation P.S.
By:
Diane L. Houle
Legal Assistant
CREDITS
5,000.00
5,000.00
CLOSING STATEMENT
SELLER
City of Tukwila Closing Date:
6200 Southcenter Blvd September 1, 1994
Tukwila, WA 98188 Escrow No. 94078
Page 1
Property:
Lot 10, Riverside Park Add, Tukwila, WA
DEBITS
CONSIDERATION:
Sales Price
Check Herewith 5,000.00
Totals 5,000.00
CREDITS
5,000.00
5,000.00
SAVE FOR INCOME TAX PURPOSES
O'Conner Law Corporation P.S.
130 Andover Park East Suite 102
Seattle, WA 98188
(206) 242 -5345
(206) 242 -7091 (FAX)
Buyers Name: City of Tukwila Escrow No: 94079
Sellers Name: Ted Behr
CLOSING AGREEMENT AND ESCROW INSTRUCTIONS
For Purchase and Sale Transaction
The Undersigned buyer and seller (referred to herein as "the parties hereby designate anc
appoint: O'Conner Law Corporation P.S.
(referred to herein as "the closing agent to act as their closing and escrow agent
according to the following agreements and instructions.
IT IS AGREED, AND THE CLOSING AGENT IS INSTRUCTED, AS FOLLOWS:
Terms of Sale. The terms and conditions of the transaction which is the subject
of these instructions (referred to herein as "the transaction are set forth in the
parties' Purchase and Sale Agreement (referred.to herein as "the parties agreement whict
is made a part of these instructions by this reference. Any changes to the parties'
agreement will be made a part of these instructions, without further reference when signet
by the parties and delivered to the closing agent. These instructions are not intended tc
amend, modify or supersede the terms and conditions of the parties' agreement and if there
is any conflict or inconsistency between these instructions and the parties' agreement, the
terms and conditions of the parties' agreement shall control
Description of Real Property. The real property which is the subject of the
transaction (referred to herein as "the property is identified in the parties' agreement.
The document required to close the transaction must contain the "legal description" of the
property. If the parties' agreement does not contain the correct legal description, the
parties or the real estate agent shall obtain an addendum setting forth the legal
description as soon as possible and deliver it to the closing agent.
C to s inc7 Date. The date on the documents required to close the transaction are filed
for record (referred to herein as "the closing date shall be on or before the date for
closing of the transaction specified in the parties' agreement or in an addendum extendinc
that date.
Documents: The. closing agent is instructed to select, prepare, complete, correct,
receive, hold, record and deliver documents as necessary to close the transaction. The
closing agent may request that certain documents be prepared or obtained by the parties oz
their attorneys, in which case the parties shall deliver the requested documents to the
closing agent before the closing date. Execution of any document will be considerec
approval of its form and contents by each party signing such document.
DeDosit and Disbursements of Funds. Before the closing date, each party shall
deposit with the closing agent all funds required to be paid by such party to close the
transaction, less any earnest money previously deposited with the real estate agent. The
closing agent is authorized, but not required, to consider a lending institution's writter
commitment to deposit funds as the equivalent of deposit of such funds, if all condition:
of the commitment will be met on or before the closing date. All funds received by the
closing agent shall be deposited in one or more of its general escrow or trust accounte
with any bank doing business in the State of Washington and may be transferred to any other
such accounts. The closing agent shall not be required to disburse any funds deposited b)
check or draft until it has been advised by its bank that such check or draft has beer
honored. All disbursements shall be made by the closing agent's check.
Settlement Statement. The closing agent is instructed to prepare a settlement
statement showing all funds deposited for the account of each of the parties and the
proposed disbursement from such funds. No funds shall be disbursed until the parties have
examined and approved the settlement statement. Some items may be estimated, and the final
amount of each estimated item will be adjusted to the exact amount required to be paid at
the time of disbursement. The settlement statement will be subject to audit and any errorE
or omissions may be corrected at any time. If any monetary error is found, the amount will
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be immediately paid by the party liable for such payment to the party entitiea to recei
Pro -rations Adjustments or pro- rations of real estate taxes, and other charges ii
any, shall be made on a per -diem basis using a 365 day year, unless the closing agent
otherwise instructed.
Title Insurance The closing agent is instructed to obtain and forward to the
parties a preliminary commitment for title insurance on the property and any other parc
of real property that will be used to secure payment of any obligation created in t
transaction (referred to herein as "the title report The closing agent is authorized
rely on the title report in the performance of its duties and shall have no responsibili
or liability for any title defects or encumbrances which are not disclosed in the tit
report.
Verification of Existina Encumbrances. This closing agent is instructed to
request a written statement from the holder of each existing encumbrance on the propert
verifying its status, terms, balance owing and, if it will not be removed, the requiremen
-that must be met to obtain a waiver of any due -on -sale provision. The closing agent
authorized to rely upon such written statements in the performance of its duties, witho
liability or responsibility for their accuracy or completeness.
Instructions from Third Parties. If any written instructions necessary to clo:
the transaction according to the parties' agreement are given to the closing agent
anyone other than the parties or their attorneys, including but not limited to lender
such instructions are accepted and agreed to by the parties.
Disclosure of Information to Third Parties. The closing agent is authorized
to furnish, upon request, copies of any closing documents, agreements or instructio
concerning the transaction to the parties' attorneys, and to any real estate agent, lend
or title insurance company involved in the transaction. Other papers or documen
containing personal or financial information concerning any party may not be released
anyone other than party's attorney or lender, without prior written approval.
Potential Leaal Problems If the closing agent becomes aware of any facts,
circumstances or potential problems which in the closing agent's opinion should be review
by any of the parties attorneys, the closing agent is authorized, in its sole discretio
to advise the parties of such facts, circumstances or potential problems and recommend th
legal counsel be sought.
Closina Aaent's Fees and Expenses. The closing agent's fee is intended as
compensation for services set forth in these instructions. If additional services a
required to comply with any change or addition to the parties' agreement or the
instructions, or as a result of any party's assignment of interest or delay in performanc
the parties shall also reimburse the closing agent for any out -of- pocket costs and expens
incurred by it under these instructions. The closing agent's fees, costs and expenses sha
be due and payable on the closing date or other termination of the closing agent's duti
and responsibilities under these instructions, and shall be paid one -half by the sell
unless otherwise provided in the parties' agreement.
Cancellation These instructions may be canceled by a written agreement, signed b�
all of the parties, and payment of the closing agent's fees, costs and expenses. Up(
receipt of such agreement and payment, the closing agent shall return any money
documents then held by it to the parties that deposited the same, and shall have no furthl
duties or responsibilities under these instructions.
Inability to Comply With Instructions. If the closing agent receives
conflicting instructions or determines, for any reason, that it cannot comply with the;
instructions by the date for closing specified in the parties' agreement or in any writt
extension of that date, it shall notify the parties, request further instructions, and
its discretion: (1) continue to perform its duties and close the transaction as soon
possible after receiving further instructions, or (2)if no conflicting instruction ha
been received, return any money or documents then held by it to the parties that deposit(
the same, less any fees and expenses chargeable to such party, or (3)commence a coui
action, deposit the money and documents held by it into the registry of the court, and a!
the court to determine the rights of the parties. When the money and documents have be(
returned to the parties or deposited into the registry of the court, the closing ager
shall have no further duties or responsibilities under these instructions.
D isDut es. Should any dispute arise between the parties, or any of them, and /or any
other party, concerning the property or funds involved in the transaction, the closir
agent may, in its sole discretion, hold all documents and funds in their existing state
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pending resolution of the dispute, or join or commence a court action, deposit the money
and .documents held by it with the court, and ask the court to determine the rights of the
parties; Upon depositing said funds and documents with the court, the closing agent shall
have no further duties or responsibilities under these instructions. The parties jointly
and severally agree to pay the closing agent's costs expenses and reasonable attorney's
fees incurred in any lawsuit arising out of or in connection with the transaction or these
instructions, whether such lawsuit is instituted by the closing agent, the parties, or any
other person.
Notices. Any notice, declaration or request made under these instructions shall be
in, writing, signed by the party giving such notice or making such declaration or request,
and personally delivered or mailed to the closing agent and other parties at their
addresses set forth in these instructions.
Amendments. Any amendment, addition or supplement to these instructions must be in
writing, signed by the appropriate parties and delivered to the closing agent.
Counterparts. These instructions may be executed in one or more counterparts with
like effect as if all signatures appeared on one copy.
Effect. These instructions shall bind and benefit the parties, the closing agent, and
their successors in interest.
Definitions. When used herein or in any amendment, addition or supplement hereto,
words and phrases are defined and are to be construed as follows:
The words "buyer" and "seller" refer to all persons and entities identified as such by
their signatures on this document, jointly and severally unless otherwise indicated, and
shall be construed interchangeably with other similar terms as "purchaser "vendee
"vendor "grantee or "grantor" as may be appropriated in the contest and circumstances
to which such words apply.
The word "lender" refers to any lending institution or other party, including the
seller if appropriate, that has agreed to provide all or part of the financing for the
transaction or to which the buyer has made a loan application.
The phrase "these instructions" refer to agreements, instructions and provisions set
forth in this document and all amendments, additions and supplements to this document.
The phrase "the property" refers to the real property identified in the parties
agreement, including any other parcel of real property that will be used to secure payment
of any obligation created in the transaction, and does not include any items of personal
property unless otherwise specifically stated in these instructions.
The phrase "outside of escrow" refers to any duty, obligation or other matter which is
the sole responsibility of the parties or of any party, and for which the closing agent
shall have no responsibility or liability.
In these instructions, singular and plural words, and masculine, feminine and neuter
words, shall be construed interchangeably as may be appropriate in the context and
circumstances to which such words apply.
MATTERS TO BE COMPLETED BY THE BUYER AND SELLER
IMPORTANT READ CAREFULLY
THE FOLLOWING ITEMS MUST BE COMPLETED BY THE PARTIES, OUTSIDE OF ESCROW,
AND ARE NOT PART OF THE CLOSING AGENT'S DUTIES UNDER THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
Inspection and AoDroval of the ProDerty. Any required inspections or approvals
of the property will be arranged and completed by the parties, outside of escrow. The
closing agent shall have no liability with respect to the physical condition of the
property, or any building, improvements, plumbing, heating, cooling, electrical, septic, or
other systems on the property, and no responsibility to inspect the property, or to
otherwise determine its physical condition, or to determine whether any required
improvements, additions or repairs have been satisfactorily completed.
Personal Property. Any required inspections, approvals or transfers of possession
of any owned or leased fixtures, equipment or other items of personal property included in
the transaction, and payment of any personal property, sales or use taxes, will be
completed by the parties outside of escrow. Unless otherwise instructed, the closing agent
shall have no responsibility with respect to such personal property and shall not be
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required to determine the status or condition of the title to, encumbrances upon,
ownership; or physical condition of such personal property, nor to calculate, pro -rate,
collect, prepare returns for or pay any personal tax, sales tax or use tax arising from the
transaction.
Utilities. All orders, cancellations, transfers, payments and adjustment of
accounts for water, sewer, garbage collection, electricity, gas, fuel oil, telephone,
television cable and any other utilities or public services will be completed by the
parties outside of escrow. Unless otherwise instructed, the closing agent shall have nc
responsibility to determine, collect, pro -rate or adjust charges for installation of
service for any utilities pr public services, except to pro -rate existing recurrent
assessments for public improvements, if any, which appear on the title report.
Fire or Casualtv Insurance. If a new policy for fire, hazard or casualty
insurance on the property is necessary to close the transaction, the buyer will arrange for
the policy to be issued, outside of escrow, and will provide evidence of the required
insurance coverage to the closing agent before the closing date. Unless otherwise
instructed, the closing agent shall have no responsibility to contract for or obtain any
policy for fire, hazard or casualty insurance on the property, or any assignment of such
policy.
Possession of the Property. The transfer of possession of the property shall be
arranged directly between the parties outside of escrow and shall not be the responsibility
of the closing agent.
Collection Account. If any financing for the transaction will be provided by a
private party, the parties are advised to open a collection account at a financial
institution to receive and disburse payments to be made under the private promissory note
or contract. The collection account shall be established by the parties outside of escrow
and shall not be the responsibility of the closing agent.
Pavment of Omitted Taxes. If any additional real property taxes are assessed for
recent improvements made to the property and not added to the tax rolls before the closing
date, the parties shall pay their respective shares of such omitted taxes, pro -rated as of
the closing date, within 30 days after receipt of notification that such taxes have been
assessed. The closing agent shall not be responsible or liable for any assessments,
collection, or payment of omitted taxes.
Individual Taxes. The parties are advised to consult with their attorneys to
determine whether they must report income, deduct expenses or losses, or withhold or pay
any income or business taxes as a result of the transaction. The closing agent shall have
no responsibility for the parties' individual tax consequences arising from the
transaction."
Foreian Investment in Real Property Tax Act. If any seller is, or may be, a
non resident alien or a foreign corporation, partnership, trust or estate for the purposes
of the United States income taxation, the parties are advised to consult with their
attorneys before the closing date to determine their responsibilities and liabilities, if
any, under the Foreign Investment in Real Property Tax Act (Section 1445 et seq. of the
Internal Revenue Code). The closing agent is not required to verify the nationality or
foreign status of any of the sellers, or to withhold, report or pay any amounts due under
such act.
Annrovals and Permits. The parties are advised to consult with their attorneys to
determine whether any building, zoning, subdivision, septic system or other construction or
land -use permits or approvals will be required, either before or after the closing date.
The closing agent shall have no responsibility with respect to any such permit or approval,
and shall have no liability arising form the failure of any party to obtain, or from the
refusal of any governmental authority to grant,any such permit or approval.
Compliance With Certain Laws. The parties are advised to consult with their
attorneys to determine their responsibilities, if any, under the Consumer Protection Act,
Truth -in- Lending Act, interstate Land Sales Act or other similar laws. The closing agent
shall have no responsibility for the parties compliance, nor any liability arising from the
failure of any party to comply, with any such law.
NOTICE TO PARTIES
The services of O'Conner Law Corporation, P.S., will be performed under the
supervision of James V. O'Conner, Attorney.
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You are further advised that:
O'Conner Law Corporation, P.S., is not acting as the advocate or representative
of either (or any) of the parties.
The documents prepared by O'Conner Law Corporation, P.S. will affect the legal
rights of the parties.
The parties' interests in the documents may differ.
The parties have a right to be represented by attorneys of their own selection.
The Closers cannot give legal advice as to the manner in which the documents
affect the parties.
BY SIGNING THESE INSTRUCTIONS, EACH PARTY ACKNOWLEDGES:
I have been specifically informed that the closing agent is forbidden by law from
offering any advice concerning the merits of the transaction or the documents
that will be used to close the transaction.
The closing agent has not offered any legal advice or referred me to any named.
attorney, but has clearly requested that I seek legal counsel if I have any doubt
concerning the transaction or these instructions.
I have had adequate time and opportunity to read and understand these
instructions.
BUYER SELLER
CITY OF TUKWILA
Date Ted Behr Date
OAIBY V4A11 0)
I Date Date
AuauSt 1. 1994
Date Date
Date
Buyer's Mailing Address:
City of Tukwila
6200 Southcenter Blvd.
Tukwila, WA 98188
Date
Seller's Mailing Address:
Ph: H (206 W (206 433:1850
Accepted:
By:
Ph:H W
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ESTIMATED CLOSING STATEMENT
BUYER
City of Tukwila Estimated Closing Date:
6200 Southcenter Blvd April 29, 1994
Tukwila, WA 98188 Escrow No. 94079
Page 1
Property:
Lot 6, Riverside Park Addition, Tukwila, WA
DEBITS
CONSIDERATION:
Sales Price 5,000.00
ADJUSTMENTS: r
Funds from Lot 10
Totals 5,000.00
NOTICE: This estimated closing statement is subject to changes, corrections or
additions at the time of final computation of closing escrow statement.
Cit;l of Tukwila
O' Conner /Law'' Corporation P.S.
By:
Diane L. Houle
Legal Assistant
CREDITS
5,000.00
5,000.00
CLOSING STATEMENT
BUYER
City of Tukwila
6200 Southcenter Blvd
Tukwila, WA 98188
Property:
Lot 6, Riverside Park Addition, Tukwila, WA
CONSIDERATION:
Sales Price
ADJUSTMENTS:
Funds from Lot 10
Totals
Closing Date:
September 1, 1994
Escrow No. 94079
Page 1
DEBITS
5,000.00
5,000.00
CREDITS
5,000.00
5,000.00
SAVE FOR INCOME TAX PURPOSES