Free tax preparation services for individuals and families making less than $52,000 per year. Please call or visit the website for days and times.

The Town of Windsor Tax Assessor oversees the programs that lower a residents taxes and/or provide financial assistance.

We provide assistance with applications for Real Property Tax Credit; Real Property Tax Exemption and School Tax Relief (STAR). We offer a volunteer assistance program to help seniors complete annual tax returns.

The Town of Binghamton Tax Assessor oversees all of the different financial programs to lower ones taxes and provides financial assistance. First time applicants need to see Assessor's Clerk at Town Hall or call for procedures. Renewal applications will be mailed out.

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance

Tax season can be very stressful for those who are struggling. Finding someone to complete and file taxes reliably, at a fair cost, can be hard. And the idea of sorting through personal finances when money is tight can add a high level of stress. Of course, avoiding filing could lead to some negative consequences:

•Missing out on much-needed (and deserved) tax refunds

•Penalties or fines

CEO wants to make it as easy as possible for you to file your tax returns. That is why CEO offers the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program, which provides free tax help to working families who cannot prepare their own tax returns.

VITA’s volunteers are trained to complete your tax return accurately, accessing credits like the Earned Income Tax Credit. The VITA program can complete both Federal and State tax returns and is able to e-file for a faster refund. VITA workers can also link you with banking resources and financial education. The program collaborated with United Way and the CASH Coalition.

Eligibility Requirements:

To be eligible for VITA services, in 2017:

•Your household income was less than $54,000

•You worked in New York State

•You did not receive income from rental property

•You did not receive military pay

•You did not sell a house, stocks, bonds or other financial assets

•And, if you are self-employed, you did not have any employees or inventor/depreciation/ business expenses worth more than $5,000

Contact Us:

For more information on the VITA program, please contact:

Renata Gwozdz, Community Services Manager

Phone: (518) 272-6012 ext. 242

The Town of Kirkwood Tax Assessor oversees the programs that help to lower a residents taxes or provide financial assistance. Phone for an appointment.

Call 518-686-9491 for an appointment.

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VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) Program:

Offers free tax preparation services in Albany from IRS-certified volunteer preparers. The program is available to eligible lower-income individuals from February until April.

Phone: 518-512-3577

Mailing address: PO Box 28, Rensselaer, NY 12144

Current Free Tax Preparation sites are located at our Main Branch in the City of Ithaca, and at their partner sites in Brooktondale, Danby, Dryden, Groton, Newfield, and West Danby.

The Lisle Town and Village Tax Assessor oversees the programs that can lower a residents taxes or provide financial assistance. Call office for hours of operation and for applications.