Why is the Former owner’s name still on my tax bill?
This often confuses new owners, but Chapter 59, Section 11, of the Massachusetts General Law reads, “Taxes on real estate shall be assessed, in the town where it lies, to the person who is the owner on January 1st.....” The tax bill will carry the January 1st owners(s) name throughout the entire subsequent fiscal year. The former owner's name will be replaced by the new owner's name once the fiscal year has run its cycle.

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1. What is an abatement application? Why might I need one?
2. When can I file an abatement request?
3. My taxes are too high. What can I do to reduce the burden?
4. Where can I get help with an abatement request or more information on personal exemptions?
5. What is fair market value?
6. What method does Manchester use to determine fair market value?
7. What factors were used to determine my property value in the most recent revaluation?
8. Where can I get information on properties in Manchester?
9. Do I have to allow the assessor into my home?
10. What makes an arm’s length sale?
11. Why are the measurements of my residence different from those made by the real estate agent?
12. Will my assessment go up if I repair my property?
13. I have recently built a home. Will the construction cost be used for my assessment?
14. Where can I get a list of recent house sales?
15. When do taxpayers receive their bills?
16. Why is the Former owner’s name still on my tax bill?