Washington State Residency
I am looking to make the move to Washington State later this year in my RV, and I am curious how I should set up residency there since I do not have a "Domicile." I've always loved the area and I want...
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n7bsn wrote:old guy wrote:coolmom42 wrote:yes by all means do this. they are going to take you to the cleaners for taxes on you MH or TT. beware of the washington vehicle tax program
Check the tax situation first.
Simply not true (post I-695)
Washingtons taxes are based on being a resident living in the state. If you don't actually "live" in Washington... you don't pay gas-tax, sales-tax or (real) property tax.
All there would be is vehicle taxes. Now the weight tax on a truck can be reasonable. But I just renewed the tabs on my Focus for $48, and the trailer is about the same.
How do you not pay the gas tax if not a resident? Gas tax is included in the price at the pump and is not deducted for any reason. At least I have never seen that happen.
Sales tax is not charged if you live in, and have ID showing non-WA residency, (driver's license) a bordering state. But you have to show non-WA ID and, many times, sign a form.
