Free tax return preparation with free e-filing is available to seniors and those with low income at an AARP site in McDonough from February 6 through April 10. Counselors work only on Mondays from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. with the last appointment of the day available at 2 p.m.

Appointments are required and can be made by calling Elaine Childs at 770-778-3363 from 9 a.m. until 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday.

The American Legion Post 516 is allowing the use of their facilities again this year and volunteers will be observing CDC protocols for safety.

The standard deduction is high, so there are many who do not need to file, and many who have itemized in the past will not need to do so now.

When you come for preparation, you will need the following: your 2021 tax return; picture ID’s and Social Security numbers for self, spouse, and any dependents; W-2’s; SSA 1099’s; 1099R’s; 1099 INT’s; 1099 DIV’s; 1099G’s, 1099 NEC’s, stock reports – all sources of income. If you had insurance through the Marketplace, you should have the 1095 form.

If you are itemizing, bring clear documentation about medical expenses, insurance premiums, mortgage interest, property tax, donations, etc. Please total your receipts before you come. Standard deduction increased for 2022 so deductions will have to be extremely large. For a joint return, it would have to be more than $30,000; for a single return, more than $15,000.