Suggested Resources
VITA – By appointment only.
The VITA program offers free tax preparation to low-moderate income taxpayers. IRS-certified volunteers help eligible taxpayers in local communities e-file their returns.
During filing season, locate the VITA site nearest you at
http://irs.treasury.gov/freetaxprep/ or call 1-800-906-9887.
AARP (TCE) – By appointment only
The TCE program offers free tax help for everyone, with priority assistance to taxpayers who are 60 years of age and older, specializing in questions about pensions, and retirement issues unique to seniors.
During filing season, locate the TCE site nearest you at
https://secure.aarp.org/applications/VMISLocator/searchTaxAideLocations.action or call 1-888-227-7669.
SELF-HELP TAX PREP
In addition to traditional face-to-face tax preparation, the IRS offers a self-assistance service at many VITA and TCE locations for those with a simple tax return and who just need access to a computer. A volunteer will guide these filers through the process.
For those taxpayers who have a computer available, but don’t gross more than $67,000 annually,
www.MyFreeTaxes.com
http://www.MyFreeTaxes.com/ is available online.
For more detailed information on free tax preparation, please go to
https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/p4225.pdf.