Tax Time Help is Here
For millions of Americans, tax refunds and credits are essential to their financial stability and success. That’s why United Way helps people save more of their hard-earned money. So far, more than 1.3 million people have used MyFreeTaxes, saving some $260 million in tax preparation fees.
MyFreeTaxes self-preparation software (accessible by selecting the “By myself” option on the homepage) is completely free. From there, you can connect to one of two self-preparation software options based on your income.
If you need more support to file, MyFreeTaxes connects you to partner nonprofits who are part of the IRS’ Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program (accessible by clicking on the “With assistance” option on the homepage.)
Common tax situations covered in MyFreeTaxes include:
- W-2 income
- Self-employment income (Schedule C and 1099)
- Mortgage interest deduction
- Health savings accounts (HSAs)
- Limited interest and dividend income reported on a 1099-INT or 1099-DIV
- Unemployment income
- Student education expenses and credits
- Student loan interest
- Claiming the standard deduction
- Itemized returns
- Earned Income Tax Credit (EIC)
- Child tax credits
- Child and dependent care expenses
- Non-resident returns
- Amended tax returns
If your live in Shawnee County and your income or age qualifies you to work with VITA or AARP preparers, the 2022 schedule of locations for that help is available on the Shawnee County Extension Office website and click on the tax preparation link on the right side of the screen. United Way of Greater Topeka provides funding each year to support VITA tax preparation.