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FREE Tax Help--Earn It, Keep It, Save It
 

Hard-working families earning less than $49,000 in 2011 may qualify for the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC.)  Make sure you get the tax credits you have earned and avoid losing hundreds of dollars in tax preparation fees and "rapid refunds" by visiting a Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) site in your neighborhood.

The service is free. You can generally receive your refund in 7 to 10 days with e-filing and direct deposit. The EITC could be just what you need to finally get ahead and put away a little something for your familiy's future.

  VITA sites around Williamson County provide low-income working families with free tax preparation help and links to other financial opportunities. Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) volunteers are trained and certified by the IRS. To schedule an appointment call 615/830-7940.

1. Williamson County Library                                             
   1314 Columbia Avenue
   Franklin, TN 37064
   Wed. 4p to 7:30p  Sat. 9 a to 1p   
2. Fairview Public Library
   2240 Fairview Blvd
   Fairview, TN 37062
   Thurs. 2p to 6p  Sat. 9a to1p 
3. FiftyForward College Grove
   Community Recreation Building
   8607 Horton Highway
   College Grove, TN 37046
   By appointment only. Call 615.368.7093  
4. Franklin Housing Authority
   101 Spring Street
   Franklin, TN 37064
   615.794.1247
   Mon. 4p to 7p  Fri. 9a to 4p
5. Graceworks Ministries
   104 Southeast Parkway Suite 100
   Franklin, TN 37064
   615.794.9055
   Tues. 9a to 5p  Thurs 9a to 7p

Questions??  To find out if you qualify for the EITC or learn more just dial 2-1-1.

What should I bring with me to have my tax return prepared?

To qualify, you must meet certain requirements and file a U.S. Individual Income Tax Return. Bring these items.

1. Proof of identification
2. Social Security Cards for you, your spouse and dependents and/or a Social Security Number verification letter issued by the Social Security Administration
3. Birth dates for you, your spouse and dependents on the tax return
4. Current year’s tax package if you received one
5. Wage and earning statement(s) For W-2, W-2G, 1099-R, from all employers
6. Interest and dividend statements from banks (Forms 1099)
7. A copy of last year’s federal and state returns if available
8. Bank routing numbers and account numbers for direct deposit
9. Total paid for daycare provider and the daycare provider’s tax identifying number (the provider’s Social Security Number or the provider’s business Employer Identification Number)