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Is my STAR exemption in place? Do I have all my exemptions I’m entitled to? - The Tax Office can tell you if you have your STAR on your current tax bill, but you will need to contact the Town Assess... (more)
- The Tax Office can tell you if you have your STAR on your current tax bill, but you will need to contact the Town Assessor to ask if your STAR and/or any other exemptions are in place for future tax bills. They can also let you know if you qualify for any exemptions you haven’t applied for yet.
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Where do I mail my school tax bill and what portion of the bill is to be returned?- The tax bills are to be mailed to Andrew Conlon, Receiver of Taxes, Town of Greece, One Vince Tofany Boulevard, Greece, ... (more)
- The tax bills are to be mailed to Andrew Conlon, Receiver of Taxes, Town of Greece, One Vince Tofany Boulevard, Greece, NY 14612. The Town retains the stubs and a paid receipt is returned to property owner.
NOTE: 2nd & 3rd installments of school tax bill are payable to and mailed to the Monroe County Treasury, PO Box 14420 Rochester, NY 14614. They can also be paid in person at 39 W. Main Street, 411COB B-2, 14614.
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Are there exemptions for Town & County taxes available?- Senior(Aged-Low Income); Veteran; Disability; for more information contact the Assessor's office.... (more)
- Senior(Aged-Low Income); Veteran; Disability; for more information contact the Assessor's office.
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What Determines the Amount of a Property Tax Bill?- The level of a property tax bill is determined by two factors: the property's taxable assessment and the amount to be ra... (more)
- The level of a property tax bill is determined by two factors: the property's taxable assessment and the amount to be raised in taxes by the jurisdiction in which the property is located. The "assessment" is determined by the assessor and is based on the value of the property less any applicable property tax exemptions.
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What is STAR program?- STAR is a school tax relief program that provides a partial exemption from school property taxes for owner occupied; pri... (more)
- STAR is a school tax relief program that provides a partial exemption from school property taxes for owner occupied; primary residences.
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What if I have Questions About My Assessment?- The Town of Greece Assessor's Office is available to answer your questions and to insure you fully understand the proces... (more)
- The Town of Greece Assessor's Office is available to answer your questions and to insure you fully understand the processes and procedures involved in calculating your assessment. For more information please contact us Monday through Friday 9 am to 5 pm at 723-3612.
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What is the balance due on my Tax Bill?- If you are paying a full or an installment payment after the due date indicated on your tax bill, interest will be added... (more)
- If you are paying a full or an installment payment after the due date indicated on your tax bill, interest will be added and/or increased to your total amount due. The back of your tax bill spells out all of your payment information including how much interest will be added in what time frame. If you still are unsure how to figure out the interest, please submit a request, and we will be happy to help you figure out the amount due. You can find all of your information at this web site MonroeCounty.gov under view and pay taxes.
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What if I didn't receive my tax bill?- If you have an escrow account with your bank, they receive the bill and you are mailed only a receipt. If your tax... (more)
- If you have an escrow account with your bank, they receive the bill and you are mailed only a receipt. If your taxes are not paid by your bank through an escrow account, contact the Receiver of Taxes. NOTE: Under NYS Real Property Law, you are responsible for your taxes whether you receive your bill or not.
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How can I get historical tax information?- If you are looking for what you paid within the last five years you can view your payment history at ... (more)
- If you are looking for what you paid within the last five years you can view your payment history at Monroe County , then click on View/Pay Taxes and follow the prompts. If you are looking for data that is older than five years please submit a request to the tax office.
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When the calculations are complete, will I be notified of my new assessment?- Yes, provided there is a change. All property owners will be notified of their new assessments. Mailings will be sen... (more)
Yes, provided there is a change. All property owners will be notified of their new assessments. Mailings will be sent to the owner's address of record and the Assessor's Office will have a listing should you wish to stop by in person.
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I paid off my mortgage, but I did not receive my tax bill... How do I get a copy of the bill?- If you don't receive a copy of your tax bill submit a request or call to ask for a copy of the bill. We will document y... (more)
- If you don't receive a copy of your tax bill submit a request or call to ask for a copy of the bill. We will document your request and make sure you receive your bill next tax season.
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Town and County and School Tax Checks Should be Made Payable to Whom?- Andrew Conlon, Receiver of Taxes. NOTE: 2nd & 3rd installments of school tax bill are payable to "Monroe County Treasure... (more)
- Andrew Conlon, Receiver of Taxes. NOTE: 2nd & 3rd installments of school tax bill are payable to "Monroe County Treasurer" and can be mailed to P.O. Box 14420, Rochester, NY 14614. Payment can also be made in person at the Monroe County Treasury, 39 W. Main Street, COB B-2, Rochester.
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What are the differences between market value, assessed value, and sales price?- Market Value: The probable price that a willing buyer would pay to a willing seller in an open real estate market wi... (more)
Market Value: The probable price that a willing buyer would pay to a willing seller in an open real estate market without restrictions or special considerations.
Assessed Value: The value of property on which taxes will be calculated. In Greece this will be as close to "market value" as possible.
Sales Price: The amount actually agreed upon to transfer ownership. This may be greater or lesser than the market and/or assessed values.
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Is there a deadline for filing any tax exemptions?- March 1st of the current year.... (more)
- March 1st of the current year.
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What Do I Do in the Event of a Name Change (Death, Marriage, etc.)?- Bring legal document (death certificate, marriage license) to the Assessor's Office at the Town Hall so that the records... (more)
- Bring legal document (death certificate, marriage license) to the Assessor's Office at the Town Hall so that the records may be changed.
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What is an Assessment?- A property's assessment is a calculated level of market value. The Town of Greece works diligently to keep the assessmen... (more)
- A property's assessment is a calculated level of market value. The Town of Greece works diligently to keep the assessment as close to 100% of market value as possible. The Assessor utilizes standard practices and procedures to uniformly assess the properties within this jurisdiction. Once the property's total assessment is determined, its taxable assessed value is computed by applying any property tax exemptions which will reduce the level of the tax bill to be paid
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What if I have questions about my Tax Bill?- You can stop into the Office of the Receiver of Taxes located in the Service Mall at the Town Hall or contact the Tax Of... (more)
- You can stop into the Office of the Receiver of Taxes located in the Service Mall at the Town Hall or contact the Tax Office by phone, 225-2000.
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Does the Town accept Credit Card payments for taxes?- Yes but only available via the Internet; and a 3% fee is charged. For credit card payments, go to www.monroecounty... (more)
- Yes but only available via the Internet; and a 3% fee is charged. For credit card payments, go to www.monroecounty.gov & select "view/pay taxes online". Then follow the prompts to retrieve your account information & make payment.
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How do I get my address changed on my tax bill?- Contact the Assessor's Office.... (more)
- Contact the Assessor's Office.
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What is Tax Levy?- The amount of money to be raised by taxes.... (more)
- The amount of money to be raised by taxes.
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How do I receive a tax bill, when I have paid off my mortgage?- If you no longer have an escrow through your mortgage, you will be responsible for paying your tax bills. The Tax Offic... (more)
- If you no longer have an escrow through your mortgage, you will be responsible for paying your tax bills. The Tax Office receives regular updates of adds/deletes from various banks, but it’s still a good idea to submit a request to let us know as well.
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What Determines the Tax Rate?- The "tax rate" is determined by the amount of the tax levy. To arrive at this amount, the taxing jurisdiction (County, t... (more)
- The "tax rate" is determined by the amount of the tax levy. To arrive at this amount, the taxing jurisdiction (County, town, school district, and fire districts) develops and adopts a budget. Next, all revenue sources except the property tax are computed. These include State aid, sales tax revenue, user fees, fines, etc. When all of these alternative funding sources are subtracted from the budget, the remaining level is the tax levy, which is raised by property tax. The total taxable assessed value is divided into the tax levy to produce a tax rate.
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Does a valuation update mean I will pay more taxes?- The assessment process is performed to correct inequities that creep into the assessment roll. When this happens some pr... (more)
- The assessment process is performed to correct inequities that creep into the assessment roll. When this happens some property owners may be paying more than their fair share in taxes while others are paying less. A town-wide valuation update serves to equalize these inequities. As a result of the assessment adjustments, some property owners may notice a change in the overall amount of taxes they pay.
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Where do I mail my Town or County tax bill?- Full payment along with all installments should be made out to Andrew Conlon and mailed to 1 Vince Tofany Blvd. Greece, ... (more)
- Full payment along with all installments should be made out to Andrew Conlon and mailed to 1 Vince Tofany Blvd. Greece, NY 14612 Attn: Andrew Conlon or dropped off in person.
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How do I Investigate A Property Tax Foreclosure?- Contact the law firm of Phipps Lytle, LLP at 238-2000.... (more)
- Contact the law firm of Phipps Lytle, LLP at 238-2000.
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How do I prepare for an Informal Hearing?- REVIEW REAL ESTATE LISTINGS AND RECENT SALES Select properties of similar style: Ranch (single story), Coloni... (more)
- REVIEW REAL ESTATE LISTINGS AND RECENT SALES
Select properties of similar style: Ranch (single story), Colonial (2 story), Cape Cod, etc.
Select properties of similar size (square footage)
Select properties of similar age
Select properties with similar amenities or improvements such as garages, decks, basements, or in-ground pools.
Select properties in your neighborhood code.
PROPERTIES WHICH DO NOT MEET THESE CRITERIA SHOULD NOT BE CHOSEN
IT IS IMPORTANT TO KEEP IN MIND PROPERTIES YOU CHOOSE MUST BE HOMES THAT HAVE SOLD. MARKET VALUE IS BASED ON HOMES THAT HAVE SOLD.
The following locations will have available the new assessments and examples of recent sales activity:
Town of Greece Website
Assessor's Office, 1 Vince Tofany Blvd.
At the informal hearing, you will have the opportunity to summarize information on your property, provide information we may not have, and show sales data. Time is limited for each individual, so we ask that you please be prepared and be as brief as possible.
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What are the true tax amounts?- True tax amounts are shown on the Monroe County website, Monroe County... (more)
- True tax amounts are shown on the Monroe County website,
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Why did my escrow go up? Did my taxes increase and if they did why?- There are a number of reasons why your escrow or taxes increased. Either your assessed value increased, or you have dif... (more)
- There are a number of reasons why your escrow or taxes increased. Either your assessed value increased, or you have different exemptions on your tax bill compared to the previous year. Please contact the Town Assessor to inquire.
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How do I check to see if my house is foreclosed? TEST- Check with your bank. TEST... (more)
- Check with your bank. TEST
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What is Property Tax?- Counties, cities, town, villages, school districts, fire districts and special districts are funded through the real pro... (more)
- Counties, cities, town, villages, school districts, fire districts and special districts are funded through the real property tax. The money is used to fund schools, pays for police and fire protection, maintains roads and supports other municipal services enjoyed by the constituents.
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What is an Exemption Removal?- Term used when the current owner benefits from an exemption that the previous owner received. The new owner may not be e... (more)
- Term used when the current owner benefits from an exemption that the previous owner received. The new owner may not be entitled to this exemption, with the new "assessment year" the exemption is removed. The exemption removal amount is determined by the Assessor's Office and is a one time charge for the prior reduction given and not entitled.
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Can I get my tax receipts for last year's taxes in order to file my income taxes?- Yes, Go to Monroe County and click on “View/Pay Taxes Online.” F... (more)
- Yes, Go to Monroe County and click on “View/Pay Taxes Online.” Follow the prompts until you get to your property tax information page. The School tax receipt is the link called “Duplicate School Statement” on the top. If you need the Town & County tax receipt also, and it is before December 30th you can print that out as well "Duplicate Combined Statement" if you have gone past December 30 please submit a request to the Tax office.
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What are the options available to challenge my assessment?- Please visit our website for more information: ... (more)
- Please visit our website for more information:
Assessment Review/Grievance Process
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Will the appraisers need to enter my property during the valuation process?- No, the only time such a review would be necessary is when special conditions arise whereby an internal inspection would... (more)
- No, the only time such a review would be necessary is when special conditions arise whereby an internal inspection would help resolve valuation questions.
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How is the valuation update performed?- Market data and property information is constantly being reviewed by the Assessor's staff. This information will be used... (more)
- Market data and property information is constantly being reviewed by the Assessor's staff. This information will be used to determine the assessed value of property. Other tools such as computer models and specialized software will also assist in the valuation update process.
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Are there any delinquencies on a particular tax account? - The Monroe County Treasury handles delinquencies. Please call them at 753-1200 with any delinquency questions for taxes... (more)
- The Monroe County Treasury handles delinquencies. Please call them at 753-1200 with any delinquency questions for taxes.
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The Previous Owner received the Bill And Has Moved, the Bill Belongs to the New Owner. What Should I Do? - Either return the bill to Andrew Conlon with the new owner's name or forward the bill directly to the new owner. Additio... (more)
- Either return the bill to Andrew Conlon with the new owner's name or forward the bill directly to the new owner. Additionally, you may contact the Town directly and we will ensure it arrives at the proper address.
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What do I do if I receive my tax bill and I have an escrow account with the bank that pays my taxes?- Mail or take the bill to the bank responsible.... (more)
- Mail or take the bill to the bank responsible.
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Why is a valuation update done?- In accordance with New York State Law, the Town of Greece is required to maintain up-to-date assessment records.... (more)
- In accordance with New York State Law, the Town of Greece is required to maintain up-to-date assessment records.
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