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The document is a Residency Affidavit (FORM REW-2) required by Maine Revenue Services for individuals transferring real property in Maine. It certifies that the seller is a resident of Maine and has not established a domicile outside the state, thereby exempting the buyer from withholding tax on the transaction. The affidavit includes sections for the seller's personal information, signatures, and notary acknowledgment.

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Click ‘Get Form’ to open the REW-2 in the editor.
Begin by entering your name in the designated field for the seller. This is crucial as it certifies your identity.
Next, confirm your residency status by checking that you were a resident of Maine at the end of the previous income tax year. Ensure this information is accurate.
In the following field, provide your social security number. This is necessary for identification purposes.
Fill in your home address completely, ensuring all details are correct to avoid any issues with processing.
Finally, sign and date the form. If applicable, have your spouse sign as well if the property is jointly held.

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What is the REW tax in Maine?

The buyer of the property will withhold and remit the Real Estate Withholding money to Maine Revenue Services using form REW-1. The amount to be withheld is equal to 2.5% of the sale price.

What is the real estate tax rate in Maine?

Property Taxes Paid as a Percentage of Owner-Occupied Housing Value, 2023 StateEffective Tax Rate (2023)Rank Maine 0.94% 20 Maryland 0.90% 22 Massachusetts 0.97% 18 Michigan 1.15% 1447 more rows Mar 4, 2025

What age do you stop paying property tax in Maine?

To be eligible for the program, you must be at least 65 years old or unable to work due to a disability. In addition, all owners must have combined liquid assets of less than $150,000 ($100,000 if a single owner) and combined income of less than $80,000.

What is the 8% tax in Maine?

Maine imposes an 8% sales tax on prepared food, defined as: Meals Sold by Restaurants: Food and drinks prepared by a retailer and ready for consumption without further preparation, whether consumed on or off the premises. Takeout Foods: Items like sandwiches, pizzas, and hot foods intended for immediate consumption.

What is the Maine exit tax?

When someone who doesnt live in Maine sells real estate located in Maine, the state requires the buyer to withhold 2.5% of the sale price and send it directly to Maine Revenue Services. This amount is applied as an estimated income tax payment toward any capital gains you might owe to the state.

Who is exempt from capital gains tax in Maine?

The IRS allows you to exclude up to $250,000 of capital gain ($500,000 for married couples) from the sale of your primary residence. To qualify, you must have owned and lived in the home for at least two of the five years before the sale.

Are bonuses taxed at 22% or 40%?

Key takeaways Your employer may withhold 22 percent of your bonus for taxes (37 percent for any bonus amount above $1 million), or your employer may withhold taxes at the same rate as they do for your paycheck.

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