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1. I mailed my payment from the post office at midnight on November 1, why do I pay interest?

Because we work by the date we receive the bill, not postmark.

2. What is the CPA?

Community Preservation Act: Owners of real property will be annually assessed, through 2020, an additional surtax in an amount equal to three precent of the real estate tax levied against those properties. The proceeds of this surtax may be expended, upon appropriation, for certain open space, historic resources and affordable housing purposes. For more information, please visit the Community Preservation Committee page.

3. Are Real Estate Taxes in Falmouth paid semi-annually or quarterly?

Falmouth changed to Quarterly Billing as of July 1, 2011 for Fiscal 2012.

4. I need to change my address for Real Estate who do I contact?

You will need to contact the Assessor's Office (508-495-7380) to accomplish this.

5. Is there a grace period for paying my Real Estate Tax bill?

No, the final date to pay is the due date that appears on your bill. Postmarks cannot be accepted! We must "receive" the payment by the due date for it to be considered a timely payment.

6. Is there a drop-off box for my payment?

Yes, there are TWO drop boxes that can be utilized.  One is to the right of the front door at Town Hall and the other is on the left-hand side of the walkway into Town Hall.

7. I received a Personal Property bill however, I sold my property am I responsible for this bill?

Personal Property tax is assessed and is the responsibility of the owner of record as of January 1st of the previous calendar year. For more information please call 508-495-7380.

8. I can't seem to get online to pay with a credit card, who can I call for help?

Contact Invoice Cloud for assistance 866-342-9267.

9. Do you accept postmarks?

No, we do not accept postmarks.

10. If I lost my bill or never received a bill, can I or a Tax Service send in payment?

Yes, you do not need a bill to pay. Just indicate property identifying information on your check:
- property location
- name of owner
- map number

You can also print a copy of your bill from the Online Payments button on the homepage.

11. Does the Town accept memo bills from Tax Services?

Yes, memo bills are accepted and there is no fee.

12. Can 1 check be written for several tax bills?

Yes, there is no limit. As long as the addition is correct, 1 check can be written for multiple parcels with multiple names. Please include the coupons, the bill numbers, or map # of the property. Please note one check per type of bill.

13. Can I pay by phone?

Yes, call 844-329-8360

14. How do I contact the Collector's Office?

Please call 508-495-7370