Free Tax Preparation for Freelancers

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Tax season is upon us, and this year, in coordination with the New York City Department of Consumer Affairs Office of Financial Empowerment, we’re happy to offer free tax preparation assistance for NYC freelancers. Through this service, you’ll be able to electronically file both your federal and your state tax return with the assistance of a certified tax specialist.

To participate in this free program, you must:

• Earn less than $58,000 (per tax return)
• Have a valid email address and basic computer skills
• Bring all required information with you:

• Proof of identity (e.g., driver’s license or other photo ID)
• Social Security Number (SSN) or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) for all names on the return, including dependents
• W-2 forms from all employers
• All 1098 and 1099 forms
• Proof of any other income (e.g. lottery winnings)
• Total paid for childcare provider and the provider’s Taxpayer Identification Number or SSN (if you are claiming the New York City Child Care Tax Credit)
• Bank account and routing numbers (if you are direct depositing your refund)

Date:

Wednesday, March 24, 2010

Time:

6:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Location:

Freelancers Union, 20 Jay Street, Suite 700, Brooklyn, NY