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1. Do I qualify for a real estate tax exemption?
2. Is there a list of exemptions and applications?
3. I applied for an exemption on my property, but why didn't it show up on my bill?

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1. What is motor vehicle excise tax?
2. When am I eligible for motor vehicle excise abatement?
3. Who qualifies for a motor vehicle excise exemption?

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1. What is personal property and how is it taxed?
2. What is the filing deadline for Forms of List?
3. How is personal property valued?
4. How do I file a personal property abatement?

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1. What is Proposition 2½?
2. Does Proposition 2½ mean that my taxes cannot increase more than 2½% per year?
3. How does Proposition 2½ limit property taxes?
4. How does Proposition 2½ affect my individual tax bill?
5. What is the Classification Amendment and how does it work with Proposition 2½?
6. Does Proposition 2½ allow increases in the tax levy?
7. What are the relationship of property values and the tax rate?

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1. I just bought property this year, why is the prior owner still on the tax bill?
2. How is my assessed value determined each year?
3. Why won't the town send my tax bill directly to my bank or mortgage company?
4. What is State Certification / Revaluation?
5. Will someone be inspecting my house?
6. How do I find out what my new assessment is?
7. If my assessment increases will my property taxes increase?
8. If assessments increase and the tax rate stays about the same, why don't we leave the assessment the same?
9. Can I review my annual property assessment with someone after receiving the bill?
10. Should I file for an abatement on my property tax?
11. How do I file for an abatement?
12. If I have questions about real estate abatements or exemptions, who can I call?
13. How does a building permit affect the value of my property?
14. What is the Supplemental Tax Bill?
15. What are my tax dollars used for?
16. If I have a question regarding payment of taxes, who do I call?
17. Can I get a copy of the deed and plot plan of my property?

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1. How does the CPA affect property taxes?
2. Can the surcharge go up?
3. Who controls the money?
4. How can the money be spent?
5. Can the town withdraw from the CPA?
6. Where Does CPA Funding Come From?
7. What is the CPA Trust Fund?
8. Is Our Project Allowable?

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1. Is trash delayed a day due to a Monday holiday?
2. Do percolation tests expire?
3. How many sets of plans are required for a new septic system or a repair with the application?
4. What is the Transfer Station Schedule

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1. How can I pay my bill?
2. How often will I receive a sewer invoice?
3. Can I tie into a sewer line?

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1. What is the motor vehicle excise tax?
2. Where does the information on my excise tax bill come from?
3. How is my excise tax bill calculated?
4. When can I expect to receive my motor vehicle excise tax bill?
5. What should I do if I do not receive my excise tax bill?
6. What happens if I do not pay my excise tax bill?
7. Who do I contact if I have questions about my motor vehicle excise tax payment?

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1. Is the tax year, or fiscal year, the same as a calendar year?
2. When can I expect to receive my property tax bill?
3. What should I do if I do not receive my property tax bill?
4. What are my responsibilities as a new property owner?
5. What should I do if I misplaced by tax bill?
6. Why is the total due on my preliminary tax bill different from the total due on my actual tax bill?
7. What happens if I do not pay my property tax bill?
8. If I mail my payment, how can I be sure that my payment is recorded as paid on time?
9. How can I find out how much I paid in property taxes and excise taxes in a calendar year for income tax purposes?
10. Who do I contact if I have questions about my property tax payment?

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1. How do I get a copy of my DD214 if I have lost mine?