Free Online Tax Tool for Those Filing Simple Tax Returns
The Beehive Tax Tool is a free tax preparation and filing tool for anyone who earns less than $57,000 per year. This is a great option for single filers, college students, part-time workers, and anyone else with simple taxes whose adjusted gross income is less than $57.000 annually. (Your adjusted gross income is your total income from taxable sources, including salary and other employment income, interest and dividends, and long- and short-term capital gains and losses, minus unreimbursed business and medical expenses, contributions to a deductible individual retirement account (IRA), and alimony.) Access this tool now.
You Can Get Personalized Help at Local Sites
Assistance sites are staffed by volunteers who are trained to prepare both federal and state returns. Many of these sites prepare tax returns on computers and utilize electronic filing. Electronic filing, or e-filing, is quick and accurate and provides taxpayers with a much quicker refund.
Federal income tax refunds can be directly deposited to one bank account or split between as many as three bank accounts or financial institutions. Taxpayers can continue to use the direct deposit line on Form 1040 to electronically send their refunds to one account, or use the IRS Form 8888, Direct Deposit of Refund to More Than One Account, to split their refunds among two or three different accounts or financial institutions.
If You Need Help Filing
Free assistance in the preparation of federal and state Income Tax Returns (using the simple tax form) is available for taxpayers of every age at local VITA sites (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) and AARP sites. At VITA sites, individuals of low-to-moderate income, individuals with disabilities, and non-English speaking taxpayers can find direct assistance in filing their returns. Go to VITA/AARP site listing now.
AARP Foundation sites will assist tax filers of all ages and income levels. As long as you are filing the simple tax form, you are eligible for free assistance. Access a complete listing of AARP Foundation sites, or call 1-888-227-7669 to be directed to a site.
Tax Counseling for Military Personnel
The military also has a strong VITA program that is administered by the Armed Forces Tax Council (AFTC). Marines, airmen, soldiers, sailors, and guardsmen, and their families worldwide receive free tax preparation assistance at offices within their installations. These VITA sites provide free tax advice, tax preparation, and assistance to military members and their families. They are trained and equipped to address military specific tax issues.
Additionally, Military OneSource is launching a service called H&R Block at Home which will enable free e-filing for active duty, Guard, Reserve and their family members. The service is due out in January 2012. Visit the Military OneSource site to learn more.
HERE IS WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO BRING WITH YOU WHEN YOU GO TO A VITA/AARP SITE
Proof of identification
Social Security Cards for you, your spouse and dependents and/or a Social Security Number verification letter issued by the Social Security Administration
Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) assignment letter for you, your spouse and dependents (if applicable)
Proof of foreign status, if applying for an ITIN
(if applicable)
Birth dates for you, your spouse and dependents on the tax return
Current year’s tax package if you received one
Wage and earning statement(s) Form W-2, W-2G, 1099-R, from all employers
All forms that you have received that pertain to your income and taxes including: All variations of Form 1099 showing interest and dividend statements from banks; Forms 1099-SSA or RRB-1099 showing Social Security benefits; Form 1099-B showing proceeds from sale of investments and cost basis for the sale if not on the 1099-B; Form 1099-S for sale of home; Form 1099-MISC showing self-employment and other income; Form 1099-G showing state income tax refund, unemployment compensation, etc.; Form 1098-T showing scholarships and tuition payments; Form 1098 - showing mortgage interest paid. HELPFUL HINT:Starting in January these forms typically are mailed in an envelope that has a notification on it alerting you to the fact that the enclosed information is needed when filing your tax return. As you receive these forms, put them in a folder or large envelope and bring that with you to the tax assistance center.
A copy of last year’s Federal and State tax returns
Proof of your bank account routing numbers and account numbers for Direct Deposit such as a blank check
Total paid for day care provider and the day care provider's tax identifying number (the provider's Social Security Number or the provider's business Employer Identification Number)
Property tax bills and/or the amount of rent you have paid during the tax year
Amount of unreimbursed medical expenses
A list of contributions or donations you made during the tax year
NJ Property Tax Rebate Forms PTR-1 or PTR-2
Any other forms you have received that reflect your income or expenses during the tax year
Please Note: To file taxes electronically on a married-filing-joint tax return, both spouses must be present to sign the required forms.
VITA/AARP SITES Site Locations for 2012 are in the process of being updated. All recently updated locations are followed by an asterisk (*).
Tax Assistance Sites in New Jersey Source: IRS, AARP and local United Way Chapters
This is a listing of tax assistance sites that are located throughout the state. The listing includes AARP Foundation sites, VITA sites and military tax assistance sites.
VITA sites (upper and lower case listings) and AARP Foundation sites (in CAPS) are open to the general public.
Military sites are noted as such in each entry that is so designated. These sites are devoted to assisting military members and their families.
County
Site Location
Site Schedule
Contact Information
Atlantic
Absecon, Absecon Public Library, 305 New Jersey Ave
Tu01:00pm-04:30pm Info:
APPOINTMENT REQUIRED
609-646-2228
Absecon, Community Enterprise Corp 3 1147 N New Rd
Call for appointment.
English and Spanish Speaking
(609) 383-1190
Atlantic City, Atlantic City Free Library 1, North Tennessee Ave
Fri 10:00AM to 2:00PM
Walk-in
Atlantic City, Atlantic City Library, 1333 Atlantic Ave *
We10:00am-06:00pm
APPOINTMENT REQUIRED
(609) 677-8266
Atlantic City, Atlantic Human Resources Inc, 1 South New York Ave, Suite 610
APPOINTMENT REQUIRED
(609) 348-4131
Atlantic City, Carnegie Library 35 S. Dr. MLK, Jr. Blvd. *
Newark, Beth Israel Family Success Center
201 Lyons Avenue at Osborne Terr *
Opens 2/6/12
Mon, Tues, Thur 10:00am - 2:00pm
Call NJ 2-1-1 for an appointment or schedule online.
Dial 2-1-1
Newark, Newark Now Episcopal Community Development, 620 Clinton Ave *
Walk-in
English and Spanish Speaking
Newark, Newark Now Financial Ed U, 103 Bloomfield Avenue *
Mon-Fri 12pm-8pm; Sat 10am-2pm
Walk in site, No Appointment Necessary
English and Spanish Speaking
(973) 624-3733
Newark, Newark Now-One Stop Career Ctr, 990 Broad Street 1St Floor *
Mon-Fri 10am-2pm
Walk in site, No Appointment Necessary
(973) 624-3733
Newark, Ironbound Community Corporation, 275 Chestnut Street 2nd Fl (Investor's Bank) *
MON, TUE, WED, THU,
5 PM - 8:30 PM;
SAT 10 AM - 2 PM
Jan. 23rd-Apr. 17th
Walk-ins
English, Portuguese and Spanish Speaking
(973) 465-0555 (ext. 216)
Newark, Newark Now, Newark City Hall, 920 Broad Street Room B-29*
Mon-Fri 3pm-8pm; Sat 10am-2pm
Walk in site, No Appointment Necessary
(973) 624-3733
Newark, Newark Now-Essex Cty College, 303 University Avenue, EOF Area *
Mon.-, Fri 10am-2 pm; Wed 3pm - 7pm
Walk in site, No Appointment Necessary
(973) 624-3733
Newark, New Jersey Citizen Action, 23 West Park Street *
Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat 10:00AM to 4:00PM
By appointment and walk-in
English and Spanish Speaking
(888) 829-3711
Newark, Ironbound Community Corporation (Family Success Center), 29-31 Cortland Street *
Wed 3:30PM to 7:00PM
Thu 3:30PM to 7:00PM
Start Jan 25th to April 12th Portuguese,Spanish,English Speaking
(973) 344-5949
Newark, Seton Hall Univ. School Of Law, 1 Newark Center (Clinics) *
Fri 2:00PM to 6:00PM ENTER ON THE McCarter Highway side
Sat 11:00AM to 3:00PM Enter on the Raymond Blvd side
English and Spanish Speaking
March 16th - Apr. 14th
973-642-8700
SOUTH ORANGE, SOUTH ORANGE PUBLIC LIBRARY, 65 SCOTLAND RD *
West New York, HOPES Dvine Konektion CDC, 611 56th Street *
Tuesdays - 10:00am-6:00pm
February 7, 2012March 6, 2012
April 10, 2012 only
888-409-2935
Hunterdon
Annandale, The Arc of Hunterdon,
1465 Route 31, Suite 23 *
By Appointment Only
(800) 272-4630
(908) 782-4357
Clinton, Town Of Clinton Municipal Bldg, 23 Leigh Street *
By Appointment
(800) 272-4630
Flemington, Flemington Borough Library, 118 Main Street *
By Appointment
(800) 272-4630
(908) 782-4357
Flemington, Hunterdon County Library, 314 Route 12 *
By Appointment
(800) 272-4630
Flemington, Hunterdon Div Senior Services, 6 Gauntt Place *
MON-FRI 10 AM - 4 PM; E-FILE; APPT ONLY
ASK FOR SUKETU HAH
(800) 272-4630
Flemington, HUNTERDON MEDICAL CENTER (Employees Only), 2100 Wescott Drive*
BY APPOINTMENT ONLY.
(800) 272-4630
(908) 782-4357
Flemington, UNITED WAY OF HUNTERDON COUNTY, 4 Walter Foran Blvd, Suite 401 *
Tues, Wed, 10am-4pm; Tues, Thurs 5pm-8pm; Select Saturdays.
Spanish Speaking upon request.
APPOINTMENT REQUIRED. Call Hunterdon Helpline at the number noted to the right for an appointment.
(800) 272-4630
(908) 782-4357
Frenchtown, TD BANK,
21 Bridge Street *
BY APPOINTMENT ONLY
(800) 272-4630
(908) 782-4357
Glen Gardner, THE YOUTH CENTER,
16 Hampton Road *
BY APPOINTMENT ONLY
(800) 272-4630
(908) 782-4357
Lambertville, Fisherman's Mark,
89 North Main Street *
By Appointment Only
1-800-272-4630
(908) 782-4357
Lambertville, Lambertville Library, 6 Lilly Street *
Tax assistance begins 2/15/2012.
Call for an appointment
215-529-5317.
(800) 272-4630
Lebanon, AUTO RESOURCE CENTER OF HUNTERDON,
1130 Route 22 W *
BY APPOINTMENT ONLY
(800) 272-4630
(908) 782-4357
Ringoes, East Amwell Municipal Building, 1070 Route 202 *
Fridays: Jan 20; Feb 10; Mar 9 and Apr 13
By Appointment Only
877-387-9830 x 3502
* Last updated on 2.2.12
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