VITA at Gies -- Take Charge of Your Taxes

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Free Tax Filing Directly with the IRS

by Kathryn SweedlerFeb 24, 2025 9:15 pm

Illinois and 24 other states have joined Direct File, which means that this year you may be able to do your taxes, for free, directly with the #IRS. Find out if you can use this option: directfile.irs.gov
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Taxes for International Students Webinar

by Kathryn SweedlerFeb 24, 2025 8:30 pm

Filing your tax return can be stressful and challenging, especially if you're an international student. Listen to this webinar to learn more about your responsibilities as well as resources to help you!
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Mark Your Calendars!

by Kathryn SweedlerJan 12, 2025 3:30 pm

The Gies VITA site opened February 1, 2025. Click on the blog title to read more about open hours and who is eligible for free tax preparation services!
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How to Prepare for Your VITA Site Visit

by Kathryn SweedlerJan 20, 2025 2:15 pm

To take part in the VITA program, please bring identification and tax documents to Salt & Light (1819 Philo Road, Urbana). Without these documents, your tax return cannot be prepared.
Click on the title above to read more about preparing for your VITA site visit.
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Selecting a Paid Tax Professional

by Mandi AltJan 23, 2025 10:00 am

At times your best option for preparing your taxes is to hire a paid tax professional. When you hire someone to prepare your taxes, take the time to interview one to three persons to find the best fit for you and your situation. Click on the title above to read more.
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Have You Checked Your Withholdings Lately?

by Kathy SweedlerOct 19, 2024 5:15 pm

The best way to avoid a surprise at tax time is to check your withholding. Watch this IRS video to learn more, and head over to www.irs.gov/withholding. #IRS #taxes
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Announcing: VITA at Gies – Take Charge of Your Taxes Blog

by Kathy SweedlerOct 7, 2024 4:45 pm
Welcome to VITA at Gies Blog! On this blog, you can learn more about:
- how to take part at Gies VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) site, and
- timely information from the IRS (Internal Revenue Service).
The University of Illinois’ Gies College of Business and Salt & Light partner to bring the IRS-sponsored VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) program to the local community. The VITA program is designed to help lower-income households, older adults, people with disabilities as well as non-English speakers prepare their tax returns.
Tax preparation services are FREE. Plus, VITA tax preparers help people receive eligible tax credits to get money back. VITA services begin February 1^st.
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