Reports from Abington residents have been made of callers impersonating the Mass Association of Assessing Officers (MAAO) and asking residents to schedule a property inspection. The Abington Police Department and the MAAO have been notified. Please do not respond or engage with these callers. The Assessors’ office does not cold call property owners to schedule inspections.
How to know when a property inspection from the Town of Abington’s Assessors Office is legitimate
To keep property records accurate and fair, the Assessor’s Office conducts field inspections throughout the year. These visits help confirm details like building size, siding, and taxable features such as sheds or pools. Inspectors usually take updated photos of the front and back of each property.
These are not scheduled visits. Inspectors always knock on a resident’s door to initiate the visit. If no one is home, they may complete an exterior review unless a gate or “No Trespassing” sign prevents access. If an exterior review is conducted, a hanging notice is left on the property’s door handle.
Interior inspections take about 10 minutes and are only done when an adult is present. Homeowners don’t need to prepare. The goal is simply to verify that property information is correct.
Identification and Verification
Inspectors always carry Town ID.
Assessors’ Office employees either drive a Town vehicle with the Abington seal, or a car with an “Assessing Department” magnet.
If anyone prefers not to have an inspection, they can politely ask the staff to leave.
These visits ensure that property data stays current and all residents are assessed fairly.
If you are unsure about someone who has entered your property, please contact the Abington Police at 781-878-3232. The Assessors’ Office is available for any questions at 781-982-2107.
