FYI
There is a tax exemption for seiors 61 and older with income not exceeding 35K a year. My father just found out about this and is going to take advantage, not many know about this program so this link should provide more info. This is for king county and could cut your propery tax up to 50%.
http://www.metrokc.gov/services2.htm#senior
http://www.metrokc.gov/services2.htm#senior