With tax season in full swing, Los Angeles City Controller Ron Galperin is offering Angelenos an updated map of free tax preparation service providers throughout the region. Tax day is traditionally April 15, though on March 17, U.S. Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin said people who owe $1 million or less and corporations that owe $10 million or less will have an additional 90 days to file their taxes.
The map, available at lacontroller.org/taxprepla, lists 22 tax preparation assistance locations that include local community-based organizations and resource centers.
“This map is an excellent resource for Angelenos who need help filing taxes and deserve to get the tax credits they work so hard to earn throughout the year,” Galperin said. “As the taxpayers’ watchdog in Los Angeles, I believe everyone should have access to tools that will save them money and help secure a better financial future for their families.”
The tax prep map is geared toward individuals and households who earn less than $55,000 annually and qualify for state and federal Earned Income Tax Credits. Low- to moderate-income individuals and families may receive up to $9,500 in EITC refunds, but only if a tax return is filed and EITC is claimed. Taxpayers who have disabilities, are elderly or with limited English skills are encouraged to check eligibility for the free services.
All service locations on the map are staffed with IRS-certified volunteers who provide basic tax prep services, in addition to enrollment specialists who can help people sign up for public benefits like the CalFresh food assistance program.
The tax prep map is part of Galperin’s push to use technology to connect people with critical public services.
Other maps released by Galperin feature resources to assist with emergency preparedness, LGBTQ homeless youth, homeless housing, wildfire prevention efforts, affordable housing incentives, domestic violence services, youth programs, summer fun activities and more.
View all of Galperin’s maps at lacontroller.org/resourcemaps.
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