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Tackling Numbers, Forms Ahead of Tax Day

Patch checked out businesses that offer tax preparation services in the Tri-Cities area so you can find an option that fits your needs and your budget.

Tax Day is just around the corner and that means federal and state tax returns must be filed unless you’re filing for an extension. 

This year, the tax deadline is April 18 and not April 15. That's because of a District of Columbia-based holiday called Emancipation Day.

Patch checked out tax preparation services in the Tri-Cities area to help residents meet the deadline and get the largest refund possible. 

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  • The Fremont Family Resource Center, 39155 Liberty St., will be offering to Tri-City residents through Monday, April 18. But to get the help, you have to meet specific income requirements. IRS-trained volunteers will be helping residents in households that made $49,000 or less in 2010. The services will be available on Mondays and Wednesdays from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m in the Caribbean Room, #H830.
  • H & R Block, located at 1716 Decoto Road in the Safeway shopping center, provides free audit support and representation from an enrolled agent. You can search their website to gather tips and utilize online tax calculators or head into the office for one-on-one help. After you’ve gotten the information you need, e-file for free using H & R block's free edition or upgrade to a basic tax preparation service for $34.95, focusing on simple tax situations. More advanced options are available, like the deluxe edition made for homeowners and investors for $49.95 or the premium edition for self-employed tax payers, $74.95.
  • There are two Liberty Tax Service locations in Union City, one on Alvarado Boulevard and the other on Alvarado-Niles Road. The national chain, known for their sign wavers dressed in the Statue of Liberty gown, provides several streamlined services including tax prep, tax education and guidance, audit assistance and amended returns. Their website allows users to e-file for free, with deluxe and premium service packages starting at $19.95 and $39.95.
  • Utilize one of three Jackson Hewitt Tax Service locations in Newark and get help preparing your taxes. Jackson Hewitt offers three levels of tax preparation help. Their basic package meant for simple returns is free, their deluxe option for taxpayers who have dependents or are homeowners is $27.95 and their premium package for business owners or people who are self-employed is $45.95. Each upgrade offers more options and more help preparing your taxes. Get your taxes done in office and save $25 by printing out their online coupon, or choose to e-file instead.
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