Taxes can be confusing - but you don’t have to figure it all out on your own. This page is here to help you get tax-ready with clear, straightforward information on what you need to know before you file. Explore topics like what documents to gather before tax season, how your W-4 affects your paycheck, what counts as income (and what doesn’t), when and why you might owe taxes, and which tax credits you may qualify for.
Whether you're filing for the first time or just want to better understand the process, these resources are here to help you feel more prepared and in control.
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Tax Prep Readiness
Seems like tax season is around the corner! Do I need to file? How do I find a trustworthy tax preparer? What do I need to bring to my tax preparation appointment? Stop by this seminar to learn about how you can prepare for your tax filing appointment and reduce your stress.
W-4 and Other Start Up Documents
This seminar will cover how to fill out the “new” W-4 form and other employment starting documents such as the I-9 and NE W-4. Information about how employers calculate withholding will also be provided as the rates have changed over the years.
Tax Consequences – When do I owe taxes? / What Qualifies as Income, Is it Taxable?
Not every return will result in a refund, why might this be? Let us not stress, to understand why you owe, let us talk about income, taxable income, tax liability, and withholdings. The seminar will also cover how side hustle and life event income can affect your tax return.
Tax Credits – What Tax Credits are for ME?
There are many tax credits that taxpayers can use on their return. This seminar will discuss several of the credits available to eligible individuals such as the Earned Income Credit, Child Tax Credit, Education credits, Retirement credits, Energy credits, Child and dependent care credits and Education credits.