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Tax Resources and More!
The Metropolitan Library System is here to help make this tax season a little less stressful!
Check out our Income Tax Resources page for access to:
Free online filing options Information about tax help in OK County Printable federal and sta...
Income Tax Forms
All Metropolitan Libraries provide the ability for you to download and print state and federal tax forms for free. Metropolitan Library System staff can assist you in locating the forms you need.
Free File Options & Tax Help
There are several options for eFiling your taxes. If you meet certain criteria a number of sites offer free preparation and electronic filing for state or federal returns. We have compiled a list from some popular and recommended sites and the criteria you would need to meet to receive free filing.
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- Household of any income level to file their simple (no schedule C,D, or E) returns for free.
- It’s H&R Block’s Premium tax prep product, 100% accuracy guaranteed
- Free federal and state filing are included
- More forms are included than with any other free product
- You can file easily either on desktop or mobile
If you are being charged to prepare your federal or state tax return STOP and call 855-698-9435
If you have questions or comments, call MyFreeTaxes.com (toll-free) at 1-855-My-Tx-Help (1-855-698-9435) or chat live with a MyFreeTaxes.com representative. They are open Mon-Sat from 9am-10pm (ET).
1040Now
Criteria:
- Annual Gross Income $32,000 or less
- You live in Oklahoma
Free Service:
- Free Federal online tax return for those who meet criteria.
- Free State online tax return for those who meet criteria.
Free File
Criteria:
- Everyone is eligible for Free File.
- Those who make less than $66,000 a year can use a Free File sponsored company. Each have their own list of criteria to receive free Federal filing.
Free Service:
- Free Federal return for everyone.
- Criteria used to match you with appropriate Free File format.
Online Taxes
Criteria:
- Annual Gross Income is between $14,000 and $69,000 regardless of age.
Free Service:
- Free Federal online tax return for those who meet criteria.
- Free State online tax return for those who meet criteria.
TaxAct
Free Service:
- Free Federal online tax return for everyone with their Free version.
- Free State online tax return for everyone with their Free version.
TaxSlayer
Free Service:
- Free Federal online tax return for everyone with their Simply Free version.
- Free State online tax return for everyone with their Simply Free version.
IRS Tax Help
- Telephone Assistance for Individuals: 1-800-829-1040. M-F, 7:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. (your local time)
- Telephone Assistance for Businesses: 1-800-829-4933 [same times as above]
- Telephone Assistance Information
Oklahoma Tax Help
- Telephone Assistance: 405-521-3160
- Additional Contact Information
AARP Tax-Aide
AARP Tax-Aide Volunteers are offering free tax preparation and filing assistance for the 2018 tax season at multiple sites across Oklahoma County. See the full list and find the location closest to you. AARP Volunteers ask that individuals bring W-2s and/or 1099s, a photo I.D., and their Social Security number. To expedite the process, please bring your 2018 tax returns with you. AARP Tax-Aide is provided by a network of volunteers on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Information Needed for AARP Tax Assistance
- W-2s and/or 1099s
- Previous year’s tax return(s)
- Social Security cards and/or ITIN notices/cards or other official documentation that show the taxpayer identification numbers for every individual on your return
- Photo ID for each taxpayer
- Checkbook if you want to direct deposit any refund(s) or direct debit any amounts due
- Identity Protection PIN (IP PIN) (for each individual if applicable)
VITA Help
VITA Volunteers are available to help low- to moderate-income individuals needing to file tax returns. Please note, the list of sites does not include every site and they are subject to change. The IRS provides this listing as a convenience to taxpayers. If you do not see a location in your immediate area, please call the VITA Site Locator number at 1-800-906-9887 to find a site closest to you. View Participating VITA Sites in Oklahoma.
- Information Needed for VITA Tax Assistance
- Proof of identification (photo ID)
- Social Security cards for you, your spouse and dependents
- An Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) assignment letter may be substituted for you, your spouse and your dependents if you do not have a Social Security number
- Proof of foreign status, if applying for an ITIN
- Birth dates for you, your spouse and dependents on the tax return
- Wage and earning statements (Form W-2, W-2G, 1099-R,1099-Misc) from all employers
- Interest and dividend statements from banks (Forms 1099)
- Health Insurance Exemption Certificate, if received
- A copy of last year’s federal and state returns, if available
- Proof of bank account routing and account numbers for direct deposit such as a blank check
- To file taxes electronically on a married-filing-joint tax return, both spouses must be present to sign the required forms
- Total paid for daycare provider and the daycare provider's tax identifying number such as their Social Security number or business Employer Identification Number
- Forms 1095-A, B and C, Health Coverage Statements
- Copies of income transcripts from IRS and state, if applicable