Author Archives: Michelle B

Lien Deadline is Just Around the Corner

Posted on August 24, 2026 by Michelle B

The deadline for liening prior-year invoices is quickly approaching. If you’ve already completed your lien process—great job! Not sure whether any accounts still need to be liened? Go to Reports | Collection YTD and review any outstanding balances on 2025 … Continue reading →

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Trusts: When, What, How?

Posted on August 18, 2026 by Michelle B

Everybody’s Doing It.“Doing what?” you ask. Creating Trusts—revocable or irrevocable—and placing vehicles into the ownership of those trusts. And lately, we’re seeing more trust-related vehicle transactions than ever before. With that increase has come a steady rise in calls asking … Continue reading →

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Reminder: Fiscal Period Close for Those With a June 30th Fiscal Year-End

Posted on June 26, 2026 by Michelle B

Keep in mind that the Avitar Tax Collect system has a strict fiscal year-end close. This means no transactions can be processed in the new fiscal year until the previous one is officially closed. As we approach the end of … Continue reading →

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How Do I Process a Returned Payment in Clerk?

Posted on June 10, 2026 by Michelle B

The Returned Payment policy that your municipality has adopted will determine what steps you take to collect on a check that was returned for insufficient funds. The Returned Payment process can be used to complete any and/or all of the … Continue reading →

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Dog Civil Forfeiture Season Is Here (Again)

Posted on May 19, 2026 by Michelle B

It’s that time of year—when dog owners who haven’t licensed or renewed their dogs may move into the Dog Civil Forfeiture process. New Hampshire RSAs set clear deadlines for each step. Use the timeline below to stay on track and … Continue reading →

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Your Guide to Using Delete Receipt vs. Delete Transaction from Receipt

Posted on February 24, 2026 by Michelle B

When you need to fix a posting error in the Avitar Tax Collect system, you’ll typically choose between two correction tools: Delete Receipt and Delete Transaction from Receipt. Understanding the difference is essential—your choice depends on what you intend to … Continue reading →

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How to Get the Most Out of Your Software Support Call

Posted on January 27, 2026 by Michelle B

Whether you’re new to your role, learning Avitar software, or an experienced Clerk/Collector, you will undoubtedly have questions. Our support team is here to help and these tips will ensure faster, more effective assistance: A little preparation goes a long … Continue reading →

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Online December & January Registration Renewal Files Re-Upload

Posted on January 1, 2026 by Michelle B

Happy New Year! It’s time to upload/re-upload the December and January registration renewal files to reflect the new 2026 state fees. Please read this email in its entirety to avoid any potential upload issues. For those clients who deferred uploading … Continue reading →

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Reminder: Deadline for Online & Mail-In Motor Vehicle Renewals

Posted on December 29, 2025 by Michelle B

FINAL REMINDER: All motor vehicle renewals—online, by mail, or over the counter—must be processed through Avitar Clerk no later than December 31, 2025 to be registered at the current 2025 State fees. Any transactions completed on or after January 1, … Continue reading →

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Year End Close Support for December Fiscal Year Municipalities

Posted on December 22, 2025 by Michelle B

As we enter the busy season and receive an increased number of calls from Collectors working through their Year End Close, we want to provide some additional resources to help guide you through the process.

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