Frequently asked tax questions

Who is required to file a Brunswick return?

Any person 18 years or older who resides in the City of Brunswick is required to file a return, regardless to income. Also, any person who owns a business and/or rental property.

* Exception is for any person who has submitted proof of retirement to the Tax Department and has no other taxable income.

What is the City of Brunswick’s income tax rate?

Effective January 1, 2018, Brunswick’s tax rate increased from 1.85% to 2.0% and is based on taxable income and business net profits.

Does Brunswick give a credit?

Yes, effective January 1, 2010, Brunswick’s tax credit changed from ¾ of 1% to 1%.

This credit is given to residents who paid municipal income taxes to other municipalities. This amount can not exceed 1% of their taxed earnings.

Can I get an extension to file?

If you file a Federal extension, you will automatically receive a 6-month extension for filing. Please forward a copy of the extension to our office. An extension of time to file is not an extension of time to pay any tax due.

Are estimated payments required?

Estimated payments are not required in Brunswick; however, a declaration of estimated income tax may be filed by all individuals who can reasonably expect to owe Brunswick income tax at year’s end. Estimated payments can be made on a quarterly basis as follows: one-fourth (¼) on or by April 15, June 15, September 15, December 15.

What if I reside in Brunswick and work in an area with no municipal tax?

You can estimate the amount of tax you will owe for the year and pay in accordance with the estimate listed above or you can pay a lump-sum on or before April 15th of the filing year.

This credit is given to residents who paid municipal income taxes to other municipalities. This amount can not exceed 1% of their taxed earnings.

Who is required to file a Brunswick return?

Any person 18 years or older who resides in the City of Brunswick is required to file a return, regardless to income. Also, any person who owns a business and/or rental property.

* Exception is for any person who has submitted proof of retirement to the Tax Department and has no other taxable income.

When is the tax filing due date?

The tax return is due on or before April 15 of each year thereafter, unless April 15 falls on a weekend day or holiday; then the return is due on the Federal individual due date.

What is the City of Brunswick’s income tax rate?

Effective January 1, 2018, Brunswick’s tax rate increased from 1.85% to 2.0% and is based on taxable income and business net profits.

What is taxable income?

Earned income such as salaries, wages, commissions, wage continuation plans, deferred compensation, sick pay, vacation pay, tips, distributive shares of the net profits of a partnership or subchapter S corporation, net profit from a business, net rental income, and income from lotteries and games of chance.

What income is not taxable?

Income such as dividends, interest, military pay, pensions, alimony, child support, Social Security, Medicare, poor relief, unemployment insurance benefits if received from state or local governments, gifts, inheritances, scholarships, or involuntary conversions.

Does Brunswick give a credit?

Yes, effective January 1, 2010, Brunswick’s tax credit changed from ¾ of 1% to 1%.

This credit is given to residents who paid municipal income taxes to other municipalities. This amount can not exceed 1% of their taxed earnings.

Can I get an extension to file?

If you file a Federal extension, you will automatically receive a 6-month extension for filing. Please forward a copy of the extension to our office. An extension of time to file is not an extension of time to pay any tax due.

Are estimated payments required?

Estimated payments are not required in Brunswick; however, a declaration of estimated income tax may be filed by all individuals who can reasonably expect to owe Brunswick income tax at year’s end. Estimated payments can be made on a quarterly basis as follows: one-fourth (¼) on or by April 15, June 15, September 15, December 15.

Is it possible to amend my estimate during the year?

Yes. Just notify us of your intentions.

What if I reside in Brunswick and work in an area with no municipal tax?

You can estimate the amount of tax you will owe for the year and pay in accordance with the estimate listed above or you can pay a lump-sum on or before April 15th of the filing year.

This credit is given to residents who paid municipal income taxes to other municipalities. This amount can not exceed 1% of their taxed earnings.