Free Tax Assistance offered
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LAKE COUNTY — The AARP Tax-Aide Program provides free help in preparing and electronically filing Federal and State income tax returns for low to moderate-income taxpayers. This service is free to taxpayers of any age.
All volunteer preparers are trained and certified through the IRS and must sign a confidentiality agreement. While there is no specific income limit, the program does have limits on the types of returns that the volunteers prepare. Returns will be prepared beginning the first week of February and by appointment only.
Polson Senior Center - Every Monday and Thursday (call 883-4735)
Ronan Senior Center - Every Wednesday (call 676-2371)
St. Ignatius Senior Center - Every 1st and 3rd Tuesday (call 745-4462)
When you come to the site please bring the following documentation:
— A copy of last year’s tax return
— A picture ID and Social Security cards for all persons listed on the return
— All tax related documents
— Account information for direct deposit
— For those over 62 eligible for the MT Homeowner/Renter Credit a copy of your 2016 Property Tax Bill/or rent paid in 2016.
— Proof of health insurance coverage for 2016 or appropriate exemption
For more information concerning free tax assistance go online to: www.montanafreefile.org or www.aarp.org/ taxaide.