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Free tax, year-round tax preparation assistance is available for households earning less than $60,000 a year. 

Accounting Aid Society’s team of tax professionals and volunteers is dedicated to giving southeast Michigan households the confidence of an accurately prepared tax return, and the peace of mind that comes with having a team by your side for year-round support. 

Choose the tax preparation option that works best for you:

In Person

In person tax preparation is available at several locations in southeast Michigan. Bring your tax documents and our tax preparers will prepare your taxes on the same day. 

Appointments are preferred; walk-in services are available on a first come first serve basis and may not be available.

Drop-and-Go

With Drop-and-Go, you’ll be able to bring your documents to a Drop-and-Go site, answer a few questions and go about your day. After it’s been prepared, you’ll receive a call to return to the site to review and sign your return.

Appointments are required. 

VITA ACE

With VITA ACE, our tax preparers will work with you over the phone to maximize your refund without having to leave your home. An email address, smartphone that has internet access or data plan, and tax documents are all you need to get started.

Appointments are required.

Do It Yourself

Brought to you by United Way Worldwide, MyFreeTaxes (available in late January 2023) screens for credit and deduction eligibility such as the Earned Income Tax Credit and Child Tax Credit to ensure you receive your maximum refund, and lets filers check for any missed stimulus payments.

Note: Peter and Leslie Malcolmson volunteer at Duffield Library on Saturdays and River Rouge on Wednesdays - both sites require appointments....see phone numbers below:

Duffield Library
313-481-1712

River Rouge Senior Center
313-842-3360
 

2023 Tax Site Locations

Detroit Public Library - Main Library

5201 Woodward

Detroit, MI 48202

Tuesday - Wednesday, 12pm - 7pm

Thursday - Saturday, 10am - 5pm

Jan. 21 - April 18 (closed 4/7)

Appointment Preferred
 

Duffield Branch Library

2507 West Grand Blvd.

Detroit, MI 48208

Saturdays, 10am - 2pm

Jan. 28 - April 18 (closed 4/8)

Appointment Necessary: 313-481-1712
 

Focus Hope

1400 Oakman Blvd
Detroit, MI 48238

Tuesday - Saturday, 9am - 5pm

Jan. 21 - April 18

Appointment Preferred
 

Fisher Magnet Academy - FREC East

15491 Maddelein St.

Detroit, MI 48205

Monday - Saturday, 9am - 5pm

Jan. 21 - April 18 (closed 3/6, 3/13, 3/20, 3/27, 4/3, 4/10)

Appointment Preferred
 

FREC Southwest

2826 Bagley St.
Detroit, MI 48216

Monday - Saturday, 9am - 5pm

Jan. 21 - April 18 (closed 3/6, 3/13, 3/20, 3/27, 4/3, 4/10)

Appointment Preferred
 

Northwest Financial Hub

7800 W Outer Dr, LL20
Detroit, MI 48235

Mondays & Wednesday - Saturday, 9am - 5pm

Tuesdays, 12pm - 8pm

Jan. 21 - April 18 (closed 3/6, 3/13, 3/20, 3/27, 4/3, 4/10)

Appointment Preferred
 

University of Detroit Mercy

4001 W. McNichols Rd Commerce & Finance Bldg.
Detroit, MI 48221

Saturdays, 9am - 3pm

Feb. 11 - April 1 (Closed 3/4 & 3/11)

Appointment Necessary: 313-556-1920

ACCESS - Saulino Court

2651 Saulino Ct.
Dearborn, MI 48120

Tuesdays, Thursdays & Saturdays, 9am - 5pm

Jan. 24 - April 18 (closed 2/4, 2/18, 3/4, 3/18, 4/1, 4/15)

Appointment Preferred:  313-920-1662
 

River Rouge Senior Center

10625 West Jefferson Avenue
River Rouge, MI 48218

Wednesdays, 10am - 3pm

Jan. 25 - April 5

Appointment Necessary: 313-842-3360

Tax Preparation Checklist       

IDENTIFICATION/SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBERS

• Photo ID: Driver’s License or State ID for yourself and spouse

• Social Security card for yourself, spouse and each dependent

• Taxpayers filing a joint return must both be present when the tax returns are prepared. Both spouses must sign a joint tax return.

​INCOME STATEMENTS OR FORMS (all that apply)

• A copy of your 2021 tax return

• A copy of your 2020 tax return

• A copy of your 2019 tax return

• Wages (all Forms W-2)

• Unemployment (Form 1099-G)

• Pension (Form 1099-R)

• Social Security (Form SSA-1099)

• Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Letter from SSA

• Interest/Dividends (Form 1099-INT or 1099-DIV)

• MDHHS Assistance (MDHHS Client Annual Statement) 

• Child Support (Child Support Annual Statement)

• Gambling/Lottery Winnings (Form W-2G)

• Self-Employment Documents (Form 1099-NEC, Form 1099-K)

• Miscellaneous Income (Form 1099-MISC)

• Any other income documentation you may have

PROOF OF EXPENSES (all that apply)

• Mortgage Interest (Form 1098)

• Medical or HMO Premiums paid for self and any family members

• Dependent care expenses

• Student loan interest (Form 1098-E)

• Tuition and course materials (Form 1098-T and account transcript from school​)

• Expenses related to Self-Employment ​​(including a log of business miles)​

MICHIGAN HOME HEATING CREDIT

• Annual Heating Costs - The amount you were billed for heating your home from 11/01/2021 to 10/31/2022.
  
  This information should be on your Dec. or Jan. utility bill. If you cannot find it, contact your heat provider (see phone numbers below).
  
  The Home Heating Credit is available for renters as well as homeowners. 

​MICHIGAN HOMESTEAD PROPERTY TAX CREDIT

• Homeowners

  • The 2022 taxable value of your home

  • A complete copy of your summer and winter        property tax bills for 2022

• Renters (all that apply)​

  • Your lease or rental contract

  • Rent receipts for 2022

  • Your landlord’s name and address

  • Subsidized Housing - Tenant Worksheet (Proof of tenant portion of rent) 

​​DIRECT DEPOSIT: FASTEST AND SAFEST WAY TO RECEIVE YOUR REFUND​

• Your bank or credit union name

• Routing number

• Account number (must show proof)

​HEALTH INSURANCE DOCUMENTATION (all that apply)​

• Health Savings Account Documentation ​(Form 1099-SA​ and Form 5498-SA)

• Marketplace Insurance (Form 1095-A)

​​REFERRAL NUMBERS

• To replace social security cards: 1-800-772-1213

• To request an IRS transcript: 1-800-908-9946

• For your heating amount

  • DTE: 1-877-477-4747

  • Consumers: 1-800-477-5050

Make an Appointment! 

Call 313-556-1920 or schedule online! See our Current Tax Site Locations and Hours