Bill > H3313

This bill amends the Massachusetts General Laws to make two key changes. First, it allows for the admission of a certified copy of a deed or other transfer instrument as prima facie evidence of the fair cash value of real property in appeals related to the assessed valuation of that property, if the title was transferred within 3 years before or after the assessment date. This provision aims to provide more objective evidence in such appeals. Second, the bill increases the minimum value threshold for properties required to submit a form detailing certain information about the property from $250 to $500, updating an existing requirement. Overall, the bill seeks to provide more information and clarity around the assessment and valuation of real estate for local property tax purposes in Massachusetts.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3313