Nobody files it for you
Not escrow. Not the title company.
- Close both deals and move in.
- Get the right form from the assessor of the county where the new home is: BOE-19-B (55+), BOE-19-D with BOE-19-DC (disabled), BOE-19-V (disaster).
- Gather the checklist.
- File within 3 years of buying or finishing the new home.
- Keep copies of tax bills until the assessor confirms the new value.
What to bring
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Find your county assessor. Full guide: How do I file a Prop 19 claim?
Source: California Board of Equalization, Proposition 19
Not tax or legal advice. These are estimates. Please check with your county assessor and a CPA or attorney before you sell or buy. Read more

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