NJCA FREE Tax Preparation
Earn It!... KEEP IT!...
If you earned $49,078 or less in 2011, the IRS may owe you up to $5,751
NJCA will Provide:
- Specially trained and IRS-certified tax preparers
- Certified Acceptance Agent (Free ITIN application processed must file a return to qualify)
- Timely refunds with e-filing
- Direct Deposit
- Onsite bank representatives to open a checking or savings account
- Referrals to other programs and services
- All services are provided in English and Spanish
Our Services are FREE
REMEMBER!
This is money that
you worked for and
earned!
YOU EARNED IT...
The IRS may owe you money through
the Earned Income Tax Credit. Contact
NJCA to CLAIM IT and KEEP IT!
√ WHAT is the EITC?
The Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) is a salary complement that entitles many working families up to $5,751 in refundable tax benefits.
√ WHO can get the EITC?
Anyone who worked at any time during the year and had an annual household income of $49,078 or less may be eligible.
√ HOW can I get the EITC?
You must file a tax return. Contact NJCA's Free Tax Preparation Center at 1-888-TAXES-11 (1-888-829-3711).
√ HOW MUCH money can I get?
The amount you may receive from the EITC depends on your income and family size. For example:
Sample EITC Refunds for 2010 |
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| AGI* = Adjusted Gross Income | No Children | One Qualifying Child |
Two Qualifying Children | Three or More Qualifying Children |
| Single | Max Credit $13,660 AGI less than $464 |
Max Credit $36,052 AGI less than $3,094 |
Max Credit $40,964 AGI less than $5,112 |
Max Credit $43,998 AGI less than $5,751 |
| Married (filing jointly) | Max Credit $18,740 AGI less than $464 |
Max Credit $41,132 AGI less than $3,094 |
Max Credit $46,044 AGI less than $5,036 |
Max Credit $49,078 AGI less than $5,751 |
| * AGI is gross income from taxable sources minus allowable adjustments. | ||||
√ DOES EITC affect my benefits?
No. In most cases, EITC will NOT be used to determine eligibility for Medicaid, SSI, food stamps, low-income housing or most TANF payments.
√ WHAT if I'm not eligible for EITC?
You may still receive FREE tax filing assistance with NJCA if your household income is less than $50,000.
NOW CLAIM IT!
IMPORTANT
DON'T spend money on tax preparers when NJCA will provide these benefits at no cost.
DON'T be fooled by "Fast Cash Refunds" or "Instant Refunds" — Rapid Anticipation Loans (RALS). You're actually borrowing against your own refund and paying high fees and interest!! It's not worth it.
DON'T be fooled by "Holiday Loans" which are often RALS in disguise.
DO maximize on your tax refund and receive up to $5,751 by calling NJCA for an appointment with a tax specialist and file your tax returns for FREE with direct deposit!
Must Bring To Your Appointment
- Photo IDs
- Social Security Cards (or ITINs) for everyone listed on the return.
- All W-2 and 1099 forms.
- List of childcare expenses including childcare agency's tax ID number, if claiming childcare expenses.
- Voided check for direct deposit.
- Both spouses must be present if filing jointly.
- If married filing separately, tax filer must provide spouse's social security number.
- SS-5 Social Security Benefits.
- Mortgage Interest Statement .
- Real Estate Tax and Personal Property Tax Statements.
- Income and Expenses from small business you own (maximum of $10,000 in expenses).
- Form 8832 or Divorce decree for noncustodial parent claiming a dependent child.
- ALIMONY PAID AND RECEIVED.
- 1099-R-Pension and Annuity income.
- Any form that says "Do not throw away, Tax Document."
Contact Information, Locations & Brochure
Tax Center Opening Day Saturday January 14, 2012 – April 17, 2012
Call Us at 1-888-829-3711
New Jersey Citizen Action Free Tax Prep
23 West Park Street
Newark, NJ 07102
Map and Directions
HOURS: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 10am – 7pm
Saturday 10am – 4pm
Closed Wednesday and Sunday
Brochure (English) — Brochure (Spanish)
Sponsors
Bank of America
Capital One Bank
Citigroup
Internal Revenue Service
Investors Savings Bank
JPMorgan Chase
PNC Bank
Provident Bank of New Jersey
Schumann Fund for New Jersey
TD Bank
Victoria Foundation
Wells Fargo
YOU EARNED IT!... NOW CLAIM IT!
Call Us at 1-888-829-3711