INCOME TAX INFORMATION
January 20, 2017
ASSISTANCE AT THE LIBRARY
The Williamson County Public Library will again provide basic IRS tax forms to patrons this year.
FORMS FOR TAX YEAR 2016 CURRENTLY AVAILABLE AT THE MAIN LIBRARY IN FRANKLIN:
Form 1040
Form 1040 Instruction books
Form 1040 A
Form 1040 A Instruction books
Form 1040 EZ
Form 1040 EZ Instruction books
Form 1099
Form 1096
These are the only Federal forms provided to the Library by the IRS. Most schedules and forms that will not be available in paper form at the Library can be downloaded and printed from the IRS website (www.irs.gov). Reference staff will help you download and print forms at the Library for 10 cents a page.
Find information about the State of Tennessee individual tax form at http://www.tennessee.gov/revenue/topic/hall-income-tax
TAX PREPARATION ASSISTANCE FROM VITA/UNITED WAY AT MAIN BRANCH IN FRANKLIN
VITA will provide tax assistance by appointment at the Williamson County Public Library's main branch in Franklin for families earning $64,000 or less from Saturday, January 28 through Monday, April 17. VITA hours in Franklin are:
Monday 9:00am - 12:00pm
Wednesday 3:30pm - 7:00pm
Saturday 9:00am - 12:00pm
Exceptions:
Monday, February 20: NO VITA because the Library is closed for Presidents' Day
Saturday, April 15: VITA's extended hours are 9:00am - 4:00pm
To schedule an appointment with VITA, call 615-830-7940 or visit DoMyTaxes.org. For VITA general information, call 2-1-1.
What to Bring With You:
- Photo ID for both spouses (if filing jointly)
- Last's year's tax return (helpful in explaining difference in refund amounts, consistent filing, etc.)
- Social Security Cards or ITIN Cards for all family members on return. No photocopies of cards allowed!
- Proof of income (a W2 for each employer during the tax year, 1099s, Social Security Income, Unemployment, Interest, and other income statements)
- Direct Deposit Information (proof of account needed such as a
checkbook. Most banks do not give account numbers out over the phone!)
- Healthcare Form 1095
- Proof of expenses if claiming any (childcare expenses, education expenses, medical expenses, property tax, itemized deductions, etc.)
- Proof of mileage if claiming any (Must be a written record. Please total any business expenses before arriving.)
- Both spouses must be present if filing a joint return
ADDITIONAL VITA TAX ASSISTANCE SITES IN WILLIAMSON COUNTY
January 28 -April 18
To schedule an appointment with VITA, call 615-830-7940 or visit DoMyTaxes.org.
College Grove FiftyForward
8607 Horton Highway, College Grove
Hours: Thursday only, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Fairview Public Library
2240 Fairview Boulevard, Fairview
Hours: Tuesday 2:00pm - 6:00pm; Saturday 9:00am - 1:00pm
Graceworks Ministries
104 Southeast Parkway, Franklin
Hours: Tuesday 9:00am - 4:00pm; Thursday 9:00am - 4:00pm
Brookdale Franklin Independent Senior Living
910 Murfreesboro Road, Franklin
Friday, March 31 from 9:00am - 12:00pm
FOLLOW-UP FEDERAL TAX ASSISTANCE
After you have met with a tax assistance volunteer, you may need additional help filling out tax forms or answering tax questions.
Library staff are unable to provide this information. Suggested contacts:
Tennessee Taxpayer Project
Still having a Federal Tax problem? You could get FREE help from the Tennessee Taxpayer Project, a low income taxpayer clinic offered by the Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee.
Services include:
- Answering tax questions
- Helping with IRS Audits or Exams
- Settling tax debts
- Stopping tax liens and levies
- Representing people in Tax Court (deficiency notices, etc.)
- Keeping you from paying all the back taxes owed by both you and your husband or wife (Innocent Spouse Relief)
- Getting back your part of the tax refund (Injured Spouse Claims)
- Appealing Earned Income Tax Credit turn downs
- Proving you are an employee, not an independent contractor
- Filing Appeals
Tax Assistance for Taxpayers with Disabilities
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) provides online tax products and services fortaxpayers with disabilities. Individuals may visit the IRS Accessibility page (www.irs.gov/uac/IRS.gov-Accessibility) to download forms, publications, and other products and to access tax-related videos in English and American Sign Language. The IRS recommends checking the website often as it is continuously adding more products to assist persons with disabilities.
Quick and Easy Access to IRS Tax Help and Tax Products
Internet:
You can access the IRS website 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, at www.irs.gov to:
- Access free tax preparation and e-file services
- Check the status of your refund
- Download forms and instructions
- Order IRS products online
- Search publications online by topic or keyword
Phone:
To Order Tax Forms & Publications: 1-800-829-3676
Tax Help and Questions:
Individuals: 1-800-829-1040
Business & Specialty Tax: 1-800-829-4933
INDIVIDUAL TAX PAYERS: FILING ADDRESSES
