An exemption is a discharge from the obligation to pay all or part of a real estate tax based on certain age, income, military, or disability status as set forth by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. An abatement happens as a result of an adjustment that lowers a property’s valuation after the actual (not preliminary) tax bill has been issued. Exemptions are available for blind persons, low income seniors, seniors,  surviving spouse or surviving minor child, veterans with disabilities. Please answer the following questions to determine your eligibility.