In the short term, it does. Sale prices are a big factor in property appraisals in every state. In Washington, "I just paid X" or "My neighbor just paid X" is

In the short term, it does. Sale prices are a big factor in property appraisals in every state. In Washington, "I just paid X" or "My neighbor just paid X" is pretty much the only way you can successfully appeal a state appraisal.