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Pay Property Taxes & Sewer Online

You can now PAY your PROPERTY TAX and SEWER UTILITIES ONLINE!


 

 

PAYING YOUR TAXES AND UTLITIES HAS JUST GOTTEN EASIER! Locate your bill, check deadlines, and pay via your town office online, by mail, or in person.

Step 1: Identify Your Real Estate Tax, Personal Property Tax or Wastewater Utility Bill

  1. Your annual property tax bill is based primarily on the value of your land, house, and outbuildings. Most home furnishings are exempt from personal property taxes)
  2. Your sewer utility bill is sent quarterly.
  3. The bills is sent by your town or municipal tax collector or utilities treasurer.
 

Step 2: Check Your Payment Due Dates

  1. Contact your town tax collector for your specific due dates if you are unsure if your balances are past due.
  2. Paying on time avoids penalties and interest, and some towns may offer installment options.


Step 3: Choose a Payment Method - The Town of Bingham accepts payment in the following ways

  1. Online: Visit your town’s website and click the links below to pay electronically
    1. Credit/Debit Card - 3% Processing Fee
    2. ACH Debit (checking account) - $1.00 Flat Processing Fee
  2. By Mail: Send a check or money order along with your payment stub to your town tax office.
  3. In Person: Visit the municipal office during business hours to pay by cash, check, or card if accepted


Step 4: Confirm Your Payment

  1. Keep a receipt or confirmation number of your payment for your records. This ensures you have proof that your taxes have been paid


Step 5: Explore Exemptions or Relief Programs (Optional)

  1. Some Maine homeowners may qualify for property tax exemptions or credits, such as for homestead, veterans or blind residents. Check with your town or the Maine Revenue Services website for eligibility.
  2. By following these steps, you can confidently pay both real estate and any taxable personal property taxes efficiently and on time.