Learn 5 Free Tax Prep Resources for Seniors

Before we know it, April will be here, which means it’s tax time. Now is the time to make a plan for how you will file your taxes if you haven’t already. You can do your taxes on your own, but if you think you’ll need a little extra help, it’s best to use free or low-cost tools.

There are a number of free ways for older people in the United States to do their taxes. Read on to find out more about some free ways for seniors to prepare their taxes.

1.      Tax Help from the AARP Foundation

The AARP Foundation Tax-Aide helps people with their taxes for free, both in person and online. But the group’s main goal is to help taxpayers 50 and older who have low to modest incomes. Volunteers are approved by the IRS every year and can be found all over the country. You’ll need to make an appointment in advance if you want to get help on the spot.

2.      Tax advice for older people

Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) is another service from the IRS that you might want to look into. People who are 60 or older can take part in this nationwide scheme. Anyone who wants free tax help can get in touch with the TCE program. Volunteers for the program are all IRS-certified.

3.      Helping people with their taxes for free

The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program is another service that the IRS sets up. Those who qualify can get free tax help and help with filing their taxes through this service. Volunteers for the program are all IRS-certified. Help is available to the following taxpayers:

1. Families who make less than $60,000 a year.

2. People with disabilities.

3. Taxpayers who don’t speak English very well