Free tax help available
SHAMOKIN - VITA, the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program, offers free tax preparation for low- to moderate-income individuals and families.
Volunteer tax preparers, trained and certified by the IRS, will prepare and e-file federal and state income tax returns.
Volunteers are knowledgeable about special tax credits, such as the Earned Income Tax Credit and the Child Tax Credit. By filing returns electronically and in conjunction with direct deposit, filers can receive federal refunds in seven to 10 business days.
Those who don't have a checking account can still get a refund faster by enrolling in the prepaid debit card program.
VITA has sites located throughout Northumberland, Montour, and Columbia counties. For more information, to locate the nearest VITA site and to schedule an appointment, call 644-6575, extension 171.