Page 8 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, December 2, 2022 Malden Public Library to Host Bill Powers Author Talk December 8th 6-7pm Malden Public Library B ill Powers will be at the Malden Public Library on December 8th from 6-7pm for an author talk on his new book “When the Smoked Cleared: A Murder Mystery in Malden.” Early on a summer morning in 2000 what started off as possible arson in a Malden residenLaw Offices of JOSEPH D. CATALDO, P.C. “ATTORNEYS AND COUNSELORS AT LAW” • ESTATE/MEDICAID PLANNING • WILLS/TRUSTS/ESTATES • INCOME TAX PREPARATION • WEALTH MANAGEMENT • RETIREMENT PLANNING • ELDER LAW 369 Broadway Everett, MA 02149 (617)381-9600 JOSEPH D. CATALDO, CPA, CFP, MST, ESQUIRE. AICPA Personal Financial Specialist Designee tial complex quickly turned into a homicide investigation. Detective Lieutenant Bill Powers was on-scene that morning as senior supervisor of the Massachusetts State Police Unit assigned to the Middlesex District Attorney’s Offi ce. This true crime thriller takes the reader from the crime scene, through the trial prep and court proceedings, to the fi nal verdict. His position and direct involvement in the case off ers a unique perspective on the many people involved in solving and prosecuting capital crimes and the broad criminal justice system. From the book “Beyond a police and courtroom procedural, this story is about the personal struggles in the victim’s life and how her death impacted her family’s lives in ways no one TAXES | FROM PAGE 1 ing is done, Cramer expects that next year’s residential tax rate will be $12.19 per $1,000 of value, down from $12.35 in 2022. However, it’s important to note that tax bills are determined more by the assessed value of a property rather than the tax rate. And property values have been on the rise. According to Cramer’s numbers, the value of an average residential property in Malden is $689,480. The value of the average commercial property in the city is $1,387,939. The new tax rate for commercial property is estimated to be $18.69 (down from last year’s rate of $19.17) per $1,000 of assessed value. But shifting the tax burden from homeowners to businesses is only part of Malden’s Bill Powers Author could have foreseen. It is a love story that grew from unspeakable tragedy.” Seating may be limited. Call (781) 324-0218 for more information and registration. Learn more about Bill Powers including his previous book Murderous Rage visit PowersonPolicing.com pro-resident approach to real estate taxes. The council also voted this week to approve its 30 percent residential tax exemption for owner-occupied properties, which is a signifi cant benefi t to residential property owners, particularly in times of economic stress. In his presentation, Cramer outlined the eff ect of the residential exemption. The tax bill for the average single-family property in Malden at next year’s tax rate is estimated at $8,408 without the exemption. But the exemption cut that cost by $195,592, leaving residential property owners with a tax bill of $4,278. As always, residents who feel their tax bills or assessments are unfair can fi le for an abatement. And there are other types of tax relief for seniors, veterans and disabled residents. A trusted family name combined with exceptional craftsmanship & professionalism. Call for a consultation & quote. 64 Years! • Vinyl Siding • Carpentry Work • Decks • Roofing • Replacement Windows • Free Estimates • Fully Licensed • Fully Insured
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