Report touts economic benefits of Maine tax credit for historic properties

The study of Maine's historic rehabilitation tax credit says it has given the state's economy a major boost and has more than paid for itself.

Yarmouth budget proposal includes 10% increase

If passed, the 2020-21 plan could add $1.49 to the current property tax rate of $18.86.

Falmouth facing budget hurdles in efforts to stabilize tax rate

New school and municipal needs represent challenges, council told.

Wex gets $2.25 million tax break from Scarborough for expansion plan

A majority of the Town Council agrees that Wex will broaden the tax base and be a great addition to the community.

Our View: Time for Maine Legislature to shine light on ‘dark store theory’

Lawmakers should address a property-tax loophole that favors big-box retailers.

Report questions effectiveness of Maine tax incentive programs

Maine's business equipment tax reimbursement and exemption programs are costly for municipalities and don't appear to be effective at getting businesses to invest more in new equipment.

South Portland residents urged to review property cards

Bill would prohibit a common property tax appeal by big-box retailers

Large retailers have been pressuring Maine communities to lower their property taxes based on hypothetical arguments about the properties' resale value.

Senior tax relief program opens soon

Freeport considers tax break for L.L. Bean headquarters expansion

The retailer is requesting a $10 million tax increment financing district that could help offset its future property tax costs and fund community projects.