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I Can't Pay the Taxes on my House: What Can I Do?
December 2024
In Maine, if you cannot pay your tax bill for the property you live on, there is something you can do. Your city or town can decide that you don't have to pay some or all of it. This is called a "…

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The Maine Homestead Exemption: Tax Relief for Maine Homeowners
May 2023
Introduction The Maine Homestead Exemption may lower your property tax bill. It makes it so the town won't count $25,000 of value of your home for property tax purposes.

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Maine Homeowner Assistance Fund (HAF) FAQ
July 2022
Notice: The Maine HAF Program is winding down. Complete applications received after January 10, 5 PM will be put on a waitlist.

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Tax Credit for Making Home Accessible to People with Disabilities
December 2018
This is a tax credit for people who modify their home to make it more accessible for a household member with a disability.

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Get a Refund on Your Property Taxes or Rent
December 2018
Tax credits for people with low incomes who own their own homes or pay rent.
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