AARP Tax-Aide to Offer Free Tax Preparation and Electronic Filing Service

AARP Tax-Aide is again offering free income tax preparation for both Federal and State returns, including free electronic filing service, beginning January 30 through April 17^th.  The organization provides this service, free of charge, to all qualified taxpayers, with emphasis on those with low- and middle-incomes and those 60 years of age or older.  You do not have to be a member of AARP.

This Service will be offered in the Blue Ridge Mall, 1800 Four Seasons Blvd., next to Saslow’s Jewelers.

No appointment is needed for this Service available Monday thru Friday 9 am to 4 pm and Saturday 9 am to 12 pm.  Service is also provided Tuesday evenings from 4 pm to 7:00 pm.  For someone needing a Spanish interpreter, the best time to come is on Saturday morning; for other times, please call before coming to the site.  Preparation for amended returns will be provided on April 18^th; please call 698-6213 for an appointment.

Beginning in March, people who are physically unable to come to the Mall site may call 698-6213 for a home appointment.

Please bring all information and forms related to filing your return.  This includes a copy of last year’s return, information for amounts paid associated with property tax, charitable contributions, long term health care, as well as a Government issued photo ID and Social Security cards or other official documentation for yourself and all dependents.  Please wait until you have received all of you tax related forms before coming for assistance.  Also please bring a copy of a check if you want your refund to be directly deposited to your checking or savings account.  We cannot use a copy of your deposit slip.

If you have questions, please call 698-6213 beginning January 30, 2012.