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Tax Assistance

Senior Tax Relief Work Program

 A program designed to provide property tax relief to Marshfield residents 60 years and older living on a fixed income by allowing them to use their skills to assist the various town and school departments.  In 2022, seniors may earn up to $1425 per year that is then applied as a tax credit to the 3rd & 4th quarter tax bills. Residents must reside in the property for which tax relief is being requested. Applicants must apply yearly. Applications are available beginning in January at the Senior Center. This program is funded by the Town of Marshfield and administered by the Marshfield Council on Aging.

Free Income Tax Preparation

 The Marshfield Council on Aging in conjunction with the AARP Foundation and the Internal Revenue Service provides free, confidential income tax return assistance for low to moderate income taxpayers of all ages, with special attention to those 60 years and older. AARP Foundation Tax-Aide volunteers are trained, certifice and experienced with basic, non-complex federal and state tax returns. This service is available annually from February to mid-April. To make an appointment, contact 781-566-0626. Intake/interview booklets are available at the Senior Center.    

Elderly Tax Relief for Marshfield residents

 
As a resident of the Town of Marshfield, you may qualify for a tax exemption. An exemption releases an individual from the requirement to pay all or a fraction of his/her property tax obligations.  These applications are available in the Fall and the Deadline is April 1st. Exemptions may be available to those individuals that meet the various requirements in the following categories:
 
Elderly -- CLAUSE  – 41C - Elderly
  • Must be 65 years of age by July 1 of the tax year.
  • Must occupy the property on July 1 of the tax year.
  • Must file annually.
  • Gross receipts may not exceed:  
    • $20,000.00 if Single
    • $30,000.00 if Married
  • Whole Estate (Not including value of home) cannot exceed:
    • $40,000.00 if Single
    • $55,000.00 if Married
What do the Assessors need?? 
  • Birth Certificate (First time filing, only)
  • Income Tax Returns or documentation of income.
  • Proof of occupancy.
  • If domicile is held in trust, applicant must satisfy ownership requirement if he/she is a trustee or co-owner   of the trust and possess a sufficient beneficial interest in the domicile through the trust.
  • Filled out application.
What can the Assessors do?? 
  • Abate $1,000.00 from tax bill.
  • Must vote on it annually.
  • Application should be filed in the Fall but can be filed as late as 3 months after the mailing of the Actual Bill (3rd Quarter)
CLAUSE  – 17D – Elderly  Age 70
Surviving Spouse
Minor Child 
  • Must be 70 years of age by July 1 of the tax year and has owned and occupied the property for at least 5 years - OR
  • Be a surviving spouse - OR
  • Be a minor child of a deceased parent.
  • Must occupy the property on July 1 of the tax year.
  • Must file annually.
  • Whole Estate (Not including value of home) cannot exceed $40,000.00
What do the Assessors need?? 
  • Birth Certificate (First time filing, only)
  • Income Tax Returns or documentation of income.
  • Proof of occupancy.
  • Life Estates satisfy ownership.
  • If domicile is held in trust, applicant must satisfy ownership requirement if he/she is a trustee or co-owner of the trust and possess a sufficient beneficial interest in the domicile through the trust.
  • Filled out application.
What can the Assessors do??
  • Abate $175.00 from tax bill.
  • Must vote on it annually.
  • Application should be filed in the Fall but can be filed as late as 3 months after the mailing of the Actual Bill (3rd Quarter)
For further information, please contact the Assessors’ Office @ (781) 834-5585
 
Blind -- If you are declared legally blind with the MA Commission for the Blind as of July 1st, you may qualify for a blind exemption.
 
Disabled Veteran/Surviving Spouse -- If you are a disabled veteran with at least a 10 percent disablement or a surviving spouse of a disabled veteran, you may qualify for a veteran’s exemption.
 
Note:
In all cases, you must establish residency and property ownership to be considered for a tax exemption.