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FREE TAX PREPARATION SITES
sponsored by Accounting Aid Society
http://www.accountingaidsociety.org
We assist middle to low-income households with local, state and federal tax filings and credits, including Earned Income Tax Credits, Homestead Property Tax Credits, Home Heating Credits and Child Tax Credits. Tax help includes:
♦ Year-round tax services at our Neighborhood Financial Hubs
♦ Tax-season tax services (January-April) at 20+ locations throughout Wayne, Oakland, Macomb and Livingston counties Click here for a list of 2016 tax sites.
♦ An assisted online self-prep tax program
♦ One-on-one Financial Coaching
Find a site: http://accountingaidsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/2016-Tax-Sites-1.25.16.pdf
(or see attached).
Most locations offer walk-in first come, first served service. Some are by appointment-only as noted.
Please note that Midtown resident, Leslie Malcolmson, is a volunteer at the Duffield Library. If you have questions - call her on 313-831-7931.
- families with household incomes up to $54,000
- individuals with incomes up to $35,000
Coleman A. Young Municipal Center
2 Woodward
Detroit 48226
Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays
9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Jan. 25 - April 18
Appointment necessary: 313-556-1920
Main Detroit Public Library
5201 Woodward
Detroit 48202
Saturdays
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Jan. 23 - April 16 (Closed Feb. 13)
Walk-in service.
Duffield Branch Library
2507 W. Grand Blvd.
Detroit 48208
Saturdays
10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Jan. 23 - April 9 (Closed Feb. 27 + Mar. 26)
Appointment necessary: 313-481-1712
Northend Financial Hub
7700 Second Ave.
Detroit 48202
Tuesdays to Fridays, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Jan. 23 - April 16
2/2 - 2/24 = Tue & Wed, 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.,
4/18 = Monday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Appointment necessary: 313-556-1920
Focus: HOPE
1300 Oakman Blvd.
Detroit 48238
Mondays to Fridays
9 am. to 2 p.m.
Jan. 25 - April 18 (Closed 3/25)
Walk-in service. Fills up fast. First-come, first-served.
Northwest Financial Hub
19556 Grand River
Detroit 48223
Tue. / Wed. / Fri. / Sat.
9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Thursdays, 12 noon to 7 p.m.
Jan. 23 - April 16
4/18 = Monday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Appointment necessary: 313-556-1920
Southwest Financial Hub
2826 Bagley
Detroit 48216
Tuesdays to Saturdays
9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Jan. 23-April 16
4/18 = Monday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Appointment necessary: 313-556-1920
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University of Detroit-Mercy
4001 W. McNichols
Detroit 48221
Saturdays
9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
2/6, 2/13, 2/20, 2/27 and 3/19
Appointment necessary: 313-556-1920
Neighborhood Service Organization Harper-Gratiot Multi-service Center
9641 Harper Ave.
Detroit 48213
Saturdays
9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Jan. 23 - April 16
Appointment necessary: 313-556-1920
Osborn Financial Hub
4777 E. Outer Drive
Detroit 48234
Tuesdays to Saturdays,
9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Jan. 23-April 16
4/18 = Monday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Appointment necessary: 313-556-1920
See attached list for other Wayne County, Macomb County, Livingston County, and Oakland County sites
Imprtant documents and information you need to bring with you to get your 2015 tax returns and tax credit formsprepared and filed
Identification/Social Security Numbers
- ID: Driver’s License or State ID for yourself and spouse
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Social Security cards for yourself, spouse, and each dependent
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Taxpayers filing a joint return must both be present when the tax returns are prepared. Both spouses must sign a joint taxreturn.
Income Statements or Forms (all that apply)
- A copy of last year’s return (2014), if available
- Wages (all Forms W-2)
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Unemployment (Form 1099-G)
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Pension (Form 1099-R)
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Social Security (Form SSA-1099)
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Letter from SSA
- Interest/Dividends (Form 1099-INT or 1099-DIV)
- DHS Assistance (DHS Annual Client Statement)
- Child Support (Child Support Annual Statement)
- Gambling/Lottery Winnings (Form W-2G)
- Miscellaneous Income (Form 1099-MISC)
- Any other income documentation you may have
Proof of Expenses
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Mortgage Interest (Form 1098)
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Medical or HMO Premiums paid for self and any familymembers
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Affordable Care Act Statements (all that apply)
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Form 1095-A Health Insurance Marketplace
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Form 1095-B Health Coverage
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Form 1095-C Employer-Provided Insurance
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Dependent care expenses
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Student loan interest or tuition and course materials
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Form 1098-E or 1098-T
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The amount you were billed for heating your home from11/01/2014 to 10/31/2015. This information should be on your utility bill. If you cannot find it, contact your heat provider.
The Home Heating Credit is available for homeowners andrenters.
Homeowners—for the Michigan Homestead Property Tax Credit
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The 2015 taxable value of your home
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A complete copy of your summer and winter property tax bills for 2015
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Your lease or rental contract
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Rent receipts for 2015
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Your landlord’s name and address
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Your bank or credit union name
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Routing number
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Account number (must show proof)
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