August 3, 2021 Submitted by Hingham Department of Elder Services
The Property Tax Work Off Program is designed to assist residents 60 and older with property tax bills.
In order to be eligible for the Program, applicants must own and occupy property for which Hingham taxes are paid. There are income restrictions. The maximum gross income for a single person is $61,000 per year and $92,000 for a couple (2021). Applicants must present a copy of their real estate tax bill upon application and a copy of their 202 Federal tax return. If your property is in trust, you must be listed as a beneficiary of the trust in order to participate in the Program and provide proper documentation. In addition to meeting the financial requirements, applicants must also have the appropriate skills for a position.
The maximum abatement earned is $1687.50 (2021). Each position allows for $13.50/hour and up to 125 hours work is required for the position. Half of the abatement amount is applied to the February quarterly tax bill and the remainder is applied to the May quarterly tax bill.
Some possible position may include
Senior Center photographer
Fitness Room Attendant
Class instructor
Senior Center Host/Concierge
Senior Center PR
Recording for Public Meetings
The goal of the Program is to provide property tax relief and to encourage and utilize older residents’ skills. If you have a particular skill or talent that you’d like to share and get some property tax relief we are always open to hearing suggestions.
For more information please contact Kathy Glenzel at 781-741-1458.