Wow, time flies when you’re have a good time! My twin brother and his wife stayed with me for a few weeks during the holiday season of 2013. When you see each other only once a year, it is so nice to have time to talk, have a glass of wine and do all kinds of fun and interesting things together. Like making “oliebollen”, a Dutch treat for New Year’s Eve.
Because of their visit I forgot completely that tax season was around the corner. This year, I did not attend any classes nor did I study online for any mandatory tests to be able to prepare Income Tax returns in the VITA (Voluntary Income Tax Assistance) program . I have been participating as a volunteer since 2006, and enjoyed helping people to prepare their form 1040 for a refund of too much tax paid to the government. Besides the for mentioned excuse, I have too many other things going on. Next Year, I hope to be back as VITA volunteer.
However, I still want to inform the public at large about this great free service for anyone who has an adjusted income lower than $52,000. For locations and opening times for free tax returns click here:
http://www.hispanicunity.org/content/program-calendar
You also can call 2-1-1 for information on sites through Broward County.
Things that you need to take with you:
– Social Security Card or ITIN card
– Picture I.D. such as driver’s license
– W-2 from employer or form 1099 when you are a contractor or consultant
– Bank statement and other investment documents for interest and dividends.
– Mortgage year end statement for deduction of interest and property taxes.
– Documentation for all business related expenses that you want to deduct.
– Last year’s tax return for comparison purpose
– Checkbook for details of bank account for direct deposit of your refund.
Hope this information is informative and helps you file your taxes in a smart and free way.
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