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Are you leaving money on the table? Get your income taxes prepared for free!
Looking for a way to increase your income? Stop paying to get your taxes prepared, and find out if you qualify for tax credits that you didn’t know you qualified for.
Get your income taxes prepared for free by IRS-certified tax preparers! Once you receive all of your income tax statements (such as W-2’s) dial 2-1-1 and get connected to a tax site near you.
Want to help?
You can help by:
1. Getting the word out. Know someone who would love free tax preparation? Let them know that they can call 2-1-1 Maine to set up an appointment with us.
2. Volunteering! There’s always room for more helping hands. Are you comfortable with numbers with computers? Or do you have a bright smile to greet people? We have a spot for you! Please call United Way of Eastern Maine at 941-2800 or visit the website. You might also be interested in Volunteers of Maine.
Mark your calendars!
Beginning February 1, 2011 free tax preparation begins. Come down and see us, we’ll try to get you the best refund possible…and all for free! Call 2-1-1 Maine for an appointment or to get more information.
Visit this link to see the CA$H Coalitions across Maine in the News.
Looking for a way to increase your income? Stop paying to get your taxes prepared, and find out if you qualify for tax credits that you didn’t know you qualified for.
Get your income taxes prepared for free by IRS-certified tax preparers! Once you receive all of your income tax statements (such as W-2’s) dial 2-1-1 and get connected to a tax site near you.
HoMEworks educators and HUD approved Housing Counseling agencies
The HoMEworks goal is to provide a standardized, comprehensive homeownership education program to be delivered by a network of industry professionals in neutral environments throughout Maine. Buyers who have taken the home buying classes are more confident when asking questions and making decisions about homeownership and loan products. Education gives buyers the tools they need to avoid predatory lending and possible foreclosure.
Click on the following links for more HoMEworks information.
Family Development Account Coalition – Matched Savings Program — FDAs
The FDA Program enables low-income families to establish savings accounts that will be used to buy a home, pay for education, or start or expand a small business. Participating families establish a savings account to be used toward their identified goal. Matched Savings Programs enhance the money you earn through employment by matching your participant dollars at a 4:1 ratio. For a program description: http://womenworkandcommunity.org/?page_id=101 [ MORE ]