Adams State free tax site remains open through March 14

There is still time to have your taxes prepared and e-filed
for free by IRS-certified Adams State University students. Partnering with the
Denver-based Piton Foundation, Adams State helps hard-working families become
more financially secure by providing free tax preparation assistance through
the Tax Help Colorado program.

This free
service is quick and confidential for individuals with household incomes of
less than about $53,000 a year. No appointment is necessary.

Adams State’s Free Tax Site

Third St.
and Richardson Ave.
Business School Lobby
Through March 14
Mondays, 4 p.m. until 7:30 p.m.
Saturdays, 9 a.m. until 4 p.m.

People who are getting their taxes
prepared should bring:

  • All
    W-2, 1099s and other income-related documents.
  • Proof
    of mortgage interest, property taxes, daycare payments, college education
    expenses, charitable contributions and all other tax-deductible expenses.
  • For
    college expenses: In addition to Form 1098T from your college, you must bring
    your own records of expenses paid for tuition, books, fees and supplies.
  • To
    report health coverage, you will need one of the following forms: 1095-A,
    1095-B, and/or 1095-C.
  • If
    you received a tax credit to lower the cost of paying health insurance, bring
    form 1095-A, which you received from Connect for Health Colorado.
  • Social
    Security Cards (or ITINs) for all family members. Photo I.D. for taxpayer required.
  • A
    copy of last year’s tax return, if available.
  • Bank
    account number and routing number to direct deposit your refund. With direct
    deposits, refunds are received in 10 to 14 days.

Call 2-1-1 (it’s a free call).