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A transaction coordinator in Cary is sorting out a file issue involving North Carolina tax calculations, conveyance tax, and prorations. Which statement best applies under current North Carolina law?

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D) Under Form 2-T, real property taxes are ordinarily prorated on a calendar-year basis as of settlement unless the parties agree otherwise.

Under Form 2-T, real property taxes are ordinarily prorated on a calendar-year basis as of settlement unless the parties agree otherwise.

Answer Options
A
The seller always pays the full annual tax regardless of settlement date.
B
Tax proration is never adjusted at settlement in North Carolina under current North Carolina rules
C
Form 2-T always prorates taxes on the county fiscal year instead of the calendar year.
D
Under Form 2-T, real property taxes are ordinarily prorated on a calendar-year basis as of settlement unless the parties agree otherwise.

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