Property Taxes in Greater Boston: Newton, Brookline, Needham, Dedham, and Milton Compared (FY2026)

Property Taxes in Greater Boston: Newton, Brookline, Needham, Dedham, and Milton Compared (FY2026) What are property tax rates in Greater Boston's suburbs for 2026? FY2026 residential property tax rates per $1,000 of assessed value are: Newton $9.69, Brookline $10.65, Boston $10.58, Needham $10.83,

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Capital Gains Tax When Selling Your Massachusetts Home

Capital Gains Tax When Selling Your Massachusetts Home How Much Capital Gains Tax Do You Owe When Selling Your Home in Massachusetts? Massachusetts taxes long-term capital gains at 5% — the same rate as most other income in the state. When you sell your primary residence, you can likely exclude up t

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What Happens If the Appraisal Comes In Low in Massachusetts? Your Options When the Numbers Don't Add Up

If a home appraises below the agreed purchase price in Massachusetts, your lender will only finance up to the appraised value, not what you offered to pay.  That leaves you with four options: cover the gap out of pocket, ask the seller to reduce the price, negotiate a compromise, or walk away if you

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