How to Find Tax Help for Seniors

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Get the senior tax 411

Finding tax help for seniors is easy if you know where to look.

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Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

Phone book
Access to the Internet

Step 1

Contact your local Area Agency on Aging. Many senior agencies offer free or reduced tax help for low-income senior citizens. Look in your phone book for contact information.
Step 2

Look up your local chapter of the AARP. Local chapter information is available on the AARP website. Each year the AARP offers free tax programs for senior citizens.
Step 3

Look in your phone book for local colleges that have accounting or law programs. Many times students will offer free tax services in exchange for class credit.

Tips & Warnings

Save all check stubs and receipts.
Many seniors use crafts or hobbies to make extra income. Keep a log of all hobby-related income and expenses as this income is taxable.

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