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You might be missing out on

up to $5,647 this year

If you earned less than $48,279 in 2009, you may qualify for the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC), but in order to get a credit you must file a federal tax return. Free tax preparation services are available at the Community Housing Resource Center through a partnership with AARP Tax-Aide and the United Way of the Columbia - Willamette.

Who can get the Earned Income Tax Credit?

• Families with one qualifying child* who earned less than $35,463 in 2009 (or less than $40,463 for married workers) are eligible for a credit of up to $3,043.



• Families with two or more qualifying children* who earn less than $40,295 in 2009 (or less than $45,295 for married workers) are eligible for a credit of up to $5,028.



• Workers without a qualifying child* who earn less than $13,440 in 2009 (or less than $18,440 for married workers) are eligible for a credit of up to $457.

Need help to file your tax return? Get it FREE at CHRC!!

Call the Community Housing Resource Center to schedule an appointment.

360-690-4496 ext. 102

2700 NE Andresen Road, Suite D3,

Vancouver, WA

Tax services will be provided from February 2nd

through April 15th, 2010.

Here is the list of documents to bring to your appointment.

Tax-Aide volunteers also provide tax assistance at these locations.