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Visit a convenient location near you and have an IRS certified preparer ensure a complete and accurate tax return.

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FREE ONLINE and FREE ASSISTED ONLINE SELF-FILE

Interested in filing your own taxes?  It’s easy, free and less time by using our self-file free online filing tools.  Click here to see if you qualify to self file here online.  If you are comfortable going online, self filing is easy.  All you need is an email address and your tax information, the program guides you through everything else.

You can save the wait by using one of our convenient Assisted Self-File site or Self-File online here.  With Assisted Self-File, visit any of our Assisted Self File Tax Service locations and there will be a volunteer who can help you use learn to file your own tax return.  You can skip waiting in line to see a tax preparer and still have access to trained volunteers who can help you.

When your tax refund is anything but...

Read the excerpt from the Ohio's Attorney General on how to make sure you know what you are getting. 

"Some tax preparation companies, payday lenders and even car dealers advertise products they call "fast cash refunds" or "instant tax refunds." Consumers may believe they're receiving their tax refunds early, but really they're entering into short-term, high-cost refund anticipation loans (RALs).

RALs are secured by a consumer's expected tax refund, and they're generally a bad deal for consumers. Filing fees, tax preparation fees and interest may eat up about 25 percent of a consumer's tax refund"

Some simple steps to avoid paying extra for your money:

• Get your taxes prepared for free if you qualify or use a reputable tax filer, don't just go by their word.  Contact your local Better Business Bureau to see if there are any complaints.
• Plan ahead, when you e-file and use the direct deposit option.
  
• Ask questions!  Your taxes and your return are important documents.  Make sure you take the time to understand what you are putting your signature on.
• Ask about fees, charges, interest upfront.  If you don't get a straight answer, something may not be right.
• Know your rights.  Even if you get a refund loan, many places you do not have to get it for the whole amount.  This will help save you paying a very high interest rate on money you may not need right away.