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At a Kentucky closing, the proration of property taxes is typically calculated:

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D) Using a 365-day (or 366 in leap year) calendar year

Kentucky property tax prorations are typically calculated using the actual calendar year (365 or 366 days). Taxes are generally prorated between buyer and seller based on the closing date.

Answer Options
A
Using a 360-day year
B
Only if requested by the buyer
C
Without any proration
D
Using a 365-day (or 366 in leap year) calendar year

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Key Terms:

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