Taxes are due on Wednesday. Out of curiosity, are you still just staring at a pile of receipts and blank forms? Not to fret, there is help available and, best of all, it’s free.
The IRS (in partnership with AARP) offers free tax prep for people with low to moderate income. For absolutely no charge you can sit down with an actual person who will look over all your deductions and fill out the paperwork (volunteers are carefully trained by the IRS so no need to stress) and even e-file your claim for you.
There are dozens of locations in the Portland area, some are taking appointments but a bunch allow walk-ups. Just don’t forget the necessary papers (W 2’s, receipts, Social Security info for you and your dependants). Oh, and it also might help to bring a book, magazine or newspaper. Because of the economy they are seeing a lot of people take advantage of the free service this year so there can be a bit of a wait.
Best of all, volunteers will be filing paperwork up through April 15th. To find a spot in your neighborhood click here.
