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VITA at Gies -- Take Charge of Your Taxes
Get up-to-date news on the VITA income tax program through Gies Business, including tips for your taxes and the schedule for the Gies VITA site at Salt & Light Urbana. Our VITA site is open for services. We cannot accept any next tax returns. All tax returns must be reviewed and picked up by April 12th. For more information about the program, visit https://go.gies.illinois.edu/VITA.
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  • Tackling Tax Basics Get Savvy Webinar

    Tackling Tax Basics Webinar

    Apr 1, 2025 5:00 pm12 views

    Tackling Tax Basics #GetSavvy webinar recording can jumpstart your knowledge before you file your taxes. Take time to listen to this free webinar recording featuring Mandi Alt, Gies College of Business faculty and produced by University of Illinois Student Money Management Center.

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    Pick Up Your Tax Return, Please

    Apr 8, 2025 10:45 am42 views

    Before your tax return can be filed by Gies VITA, you need to return to our Salt & Light Urbana site to review and sign your tax return. The last day to pick up returns is April 12th.

    Please don't put it off until the last day. Lines are likely to get long.


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    College Students Talk to Your Family Before You Prepare Your Taxes

    Mar 31, 2025 1:00 pm2 views

    Young adults need to coordinate with their family to decide who will claim who as a dependent. The answer may include looking at potential tax credits such as the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) and education-related tax credits.

  • Taxes for International Students Webinar

    Feb 24, 2025 8:30 pm53 views

    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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    Selecting a Paid Tax Professional

    Jan 23, 2025 10:00 am32 views

    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.