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Posted June 17, 2026
A. If you are using an in-person tax preparer at one of our tax prep sites, you will need to call and make an appointment for when that site is open. If you would prefer to file on your own through myfreetaxes.com, it will be available starting in January. Read more
Posted June 17, 2026
A. Each location may have different days and times for tax preparation. You can locate the contact information here. Read more
Posted June 17, 2026
A. Check with your local tax here to find out if walk in are being accepted. Read more
Posted June 17, 2026
A. You can locate the nearest coalition location and contact them to make an appointment. Read more
Posted June 17, 2026
A. Please Bring the Following Items to Your Appointment If you do not bring everything we will NOT be able to do your taxes Valid photo ID for all tax filers (student ID, driver’s license, government ID) Social Security cards for all listed on the return (including children) Correct birth dates for all listed on… Read more
Posted June 17, 2026
A. You can request a free copy of your tax return by going here. Read more
Posted June 17, 2026
A. The best way to find out what the status of your refund is to go here. Read more
Posted June 17, 2026
A. Yes. At our sites volunteer tax preparers can file up the last three years of taxes for you. When you schedule your appointment please let the location know you have more than one tax return to complete. Read more
Posted January 29, 2026
Key Details of the Maine SLRTC (also called Opportunity Maine and previously Educational Opportunity Tax Credit (EOTC): Eligibility: Must be a Maine resident with an associate, bachelor’s, or graduate degree from an accredited institution. Credit Amount: Up to $2,500 per year, which is refundable, meaning it can reduce your tax liability to zero and result… Read more
Posted October 31, 2016
The Child and Dependent Care Credit (CDCTC) is a tax break specifically for working individuals. It allows you to claim a percentage of your out-of-pocket child or dependent care expenses (such as daycare, after-school programs, or day camps) to directly reduce the amount of federal income tax you owe. If you paid someone to care… Read more
CA$H Maine is a statewide collaboration of eight coalitions, comprised of 50 non- and for-profit partners, working together to help empower Maine individuals and families to achieve long-term financial stability.