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AARP Tax-Aide

National

Free tax preparation for anyone — especially for those 50+ and low-to-moderate income.

Tax Help

American Opportunity Tax Credit (AOTC)

National

Up to $2,500 tax credit per year for the first four years of higher education.

Tax Help

Child & Dependent Care Credit

National

Tax credit for childcare expenses while you work or look for work.

Tax Help

Child Tax Credit

National

Up to $2,000 per qualifying child under 17 to reduce your federal tax bill.

Tax Help

Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)

National

Refundable tax credit worth up to $7,830 for low-to-moderate income workers.

Tax Help

IRS Free File

National

Free guided tax software from IRS partners for AGI $79,000 or less.

Tax HelpUp to $79,000

Lifetime Learning Credit

National

Up to $2,000 tax credit for any postsecondary education and training.

Tax Help

MyFreeTaxes.org

National

Free federal and state tax filing online for households under $84,000.

Tax HelpUp to $84,000

Premium Tax Credit (ACA)

National

Helps low-to-moderate income households afford health insurance through the Marketplace.

Tax Help

Retirement Savings Contribution Credit (Saver's Credit)

National

Up to $1,000 tax credit for low-income workers who contribute to a retirement account.

Tax Help

TCE — Tax Counseling for the Elderly

National

Free tax prep for people 60 and older, specializing in pension and retirement issues.

Tax Help

VITA — Volunteer Income Tax Assistance

National

Free federal and state tax preparation for households earning $67,000 or less.

Tax HelpUp to $67,000