Seniors and people of low and moderate income can get free help preparing and electronically filing their federal and New Jersey state tax returns at Princeton Public Library.
Part of AARP’s Tax–Aide program, the help is available by appointment on Monday mornings, from Feb. 3 to April 14.
This assistance is for individual returns only and only for those who are prepared to have their return electronically filed on the day of their appointment. Returns will not be completed for customers to mail on their own (unless their visa status requires that), and previously completed returns will not be reviewed.
The AARP Tax-Aide program does not handle complex returns. For best results, participants should bring a copy of last year’s return, as well as documentation for all current year income and expenses that may be deductible. These should be official documents for income; including a W-2, 1099, Social Security Year-End report or retirement account statement.
Those seeking help should also bring a list of expenses and charitable donations for which they can provide receipts and other back-up documentation if ever requested by the IRS. In some cases, a local pharmacy can provide a printout of all medications and their cost.
Appointments will be scheduled between 9 a.m. and noon and typically last an hour. To schedule, call (609) 924-9529, extension 220.
More information is online at princetonlibrary.org.
