Tax Season Information

Volunteer tax preparers from AARP and VITA recommend bringing the following to your appointment:

• ORIGINAL Social Security cards & correct birthdates for all family members (No copies)
• Photo IDs (If filing jointly, both spouses must present an ID and be present)
• Last year’s federal income tax return
• W-2 forms for all jobs worked during the current tax year
• All 1098 forms (for mortgage, higher education expenses, etc)
• All 1099 & other income forms
• Form 1095-A (ACA Healthcare)
• Amount of any income not reported on a statement
• Records of deductible/qualified expenses not shown on a statement
• A voided check and/or savings account number for direct-deposit (encouraged)
• Childcare provider info (name, address, tax ID/social security number)

AARP Tax Aide, provided by the AARP Foundation, provides FREE tax preparation for low-and moderate-income taxpayers, with special attention to those over 50. All taxes are filed electronically by IRS-certified volunteer tax preparers. You do not have to be an AARP member to use Tax Aide services.

AARP Tax Aide services will be available at sites in Manatee County from February 3, 2025 to April 15, 2025. Including Braden River, Central, Palmetto, and Rocky Bluff Libraries.

Priority for tax preparation service will be given to those who make appointments. Walk-ins may not be served depending upon availability of a volunteer tax preparer. To find locations and schedule an appointment, go to: www.AARP.org/findtaxhelp

The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program is supported by United Way Suncoast and Step Up Suncoast. IRS trained and certified volunteers are available to assist residents with tax preparation.

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VITA through United Way Suncoast
(941) 748-1313
begins January 27

Regional IRS Office
5971 Cattle Ridge Blvd.
Sarasota, FL 34232
(941) 378-6448
Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Make Appointment (required) by calling 844-545-5640

Services available at IRS Offices:

• Account inquiries
• Basic individual tax law assistance
• Check or money order payments
• Departing alien clearances
• Form 911 PDF, Request for Taxpayer Advocate Service Assistance
• Form 2290, Heavy Highway Vehicle Use Tax Return
• Identity Protection Personal Identification Number Request
• Individual Taxpayer Identification Numbers and Form W-7 (More Information)
• Payment arrangements
• Tax forms