Tax Assistance Hub — Community Action House

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As a VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) site, Community Action House offers no cost help to people who need assistance in preparing their own tax returns, including:

  • People who generally make $68,000 or less

  • Persons with disabilities; and

  • Limited English-speaking taxpayers

Appointment scheduling begins on January 15, 2025

  • Appointments are available:

    • Wednesdays from Jan 29-April 9  11:00am -8:00pm

    • Saturday Dates: Feb 15th, March 15th, and April 12th 10:00am-2:00pm

If you need to connect with a member of the VITA Team, please call or text 616-422-5049 or email VITA@communityactionhouse.org

 

View the drop downs below for information on required documents for your appointment, and FAQs!

  • What to Bring:

    • Required

      • Valid photo ID for you and your spouse (Valid U.S driver’s license, Employer ID, School ID, State ID (U.S.) ,Military ID, National ID, Visa, or Passport

      • Birthdates and Social Security Cards or ITINs for taxpayers and dependents

      • Income sources (all W2s, all 1099s) including unemployment

    • If It Applies:

      • Copy of your 2023 Return

      • Business income and expenses

      • 1095-A, Healthcare Marketplace Insurance

      • Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Michigan Disability (MI-SSI), FIP or DHS benefit letters

      • Child Support received, alimony paid or received

      • Child Care Expense Receipts, Provider’s EIN

      • Gambling/Lottery winnings (W-2G)

      • Itemizing deductions - Medical Expenses, Mortgage Interest, Charity

      • Rent Payments, Name/Address of Landlord

      • Homeowners Property Tax Payments (Statements/Bills)

      • Direct Deposit Account and Routing Number Information

      • 12/24 or 1/25 Heating Bill that shows Home Heating Credit amount

    What to Expect:

    • Appointment generally last 1-1 ½ hours

    • VITA Greeter will provide an Intake Questionnaire that will be filled out prior to your tax appointment

    • You are asked to review the list of documents required for your appointment

    • Your return will be prepared, reviewed for accuracy, and signed by you

    • You will be provided with a copy of your tax return

    • Your return will be filed electronically within 24 hours (fastest) or you will be provided with an envelope to mail it

    • You will be provided with information on how to follow up on your return and what to do if you receive a letter from the IRS related to your return

    Parking and Arrival:

    • Please try to park on the side of the building!

    • You will enter through door B!

    View parking map here!

  • Skip VITA and file on your own for free!

  • Apply for an ITN number

    Create an IRS online account

    Create a State of Michigan account

  • More Information

  • Federal Refund Status

    State Refund Status