NJ State Senator Ron Rice, NJCA Executive Director Phyllis Salowe-Kaye, and Newark Mayor Cory Booker at the opening of NJCA Free Tax Preparation Center

Governor Corzine speaking about the importance of the EITC at NJCA Free Tax Preparation Center

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NJCA in the News

NEW! "Tax Benefit May Help Many More In This Tough Year" (Courier-Post Online – March 22, 2009)

"Dozens Get Free Tax Help At IRS" (Courier-Post Online – March 22, 2009)

"Tax Preparer To Give Benefits Counseling " (Star-Ledger – January 27, 2009)

"Newark Agency Offers Tax, Financial Advice To Residents" (Star-Ledger – January 26, 2009)

"Consumer Advocate Offers Tax Help" (The Times of Trenton – December 16, 2008)

"Tax Refund Loans Are Losing Favor" (Star-Ledge – February 24, 2008)

"Tax Refund Loans Are Losing Favor" (The Record / NorthJersey.com – February 24, 2008)

"New Laws Benefit Poor Taxpayers" (Star-Ledger – February 13, 2008)

"IRS Owes Money To Low-Income Taxpayers" (Star-Ledger – February 1, 2008)

"Corzine Talks Up Tax Break At Newark Center" (Star-Ledger – March 6, 2007)

"New Jersey Governor Corzine Visits Free Tax Center To Raise Awareness Of State And Federal Earned Income Tax Credit" (All American Patriots – March 5, 2007)

"Governor Corzine Visits Free Tax Center To Raise Awareness Of State And Federal" (State of New Jersey Office of the Governor – March 5, 2007)

"Questionable Practices" (Asbury Park Press – March 4, 2007)

"For N.J. Working Poor, Much-Needed Tax Break May Be On Way" (Newsday – March 1, 2007)

"N.J.'s Earned Income Tax Credit Is A Cruel Joke" (Star-Ledger – January 28, 2007)

"Banks Foot Bill To Give Low Earners Free Tax Aid" (Bergen Record – January 27, 2007)

"Tax Break For Working Poor Should Be Expanded, Report Says" (NJ.com – January 24, 2007)

"Groups Want Halt To Rapid Tax Rebate Programs" (Today's Sunbeam – January 21, 2007)

NJCA FREE Tax Preparation

Earn It!... KEEP IT!... SAVE IT!

If you earned $42,000 or less in 2008, the IRS may owe you up to $5,789

NJCA will Provide:

Specially trained and IRS-certified tax preparers
Timely refunds with e-filing
Direct Deposit
Onsite bank representatives to open a checking or savings account
Referrals to other programs and services
All services are provided in English and Spanish

Our Services are FREE — For more information call

1-888-Taxes11
1-888-829-3711
or text the word "TAXES" to 89074

REMEMBER! This is money that you worked for and earned!

YOU EARNED IT...

The IRS may owe you money through the Earned Income Tax Credit. Contact NJCA to CLAIM IT and KEEP IT!

√ WHAT is the EITC?
The Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) is a salary complement that entitles many working families up to $5,789 in refundable tax benefits.

√ WHO can get the EITC?
Anyone who worked at any time during the year and had an annual household income of $42,000 or less may be eligible.

√ HOW can I get the EITC?
You must file a tax return. Contact NJCA's Free Tax Preparation Center at 1-888-TAXES-11 (1-888-829-3711), or Text the word "TAXES" to 89074.

√ HOW MUCH money can I get?
The amount you may receive from the EITC depends on your income and family size. For example:

Sample EITC Refunds for 2008
AGI* = Adjusted Gross Income	No Children	One Qualifying Child	Two or More Qualifying Children
Single	AGI less than $12,880 Max Credit $438	AGI less than $33,995 Max Credit $2,917	AGI less than $38,646 Max Credit $4,824
Married (filing jointly)	AGI less than $15,880 Max Credit $438	AGI less than $36,995 Max Credit $2,917	AGI less than $41,646 Max Credit $4,824
* AGI is gross income from taxable sources minus allowable adjustments.

√ DOES EITC affect my benefits?
No. In most cases, EITC will NOT be used to determine eligibility for Medicaid, SSI, food stamps, low-income housing or most TANF payments.

√ WHAT if I'm not eligible for EITC?
You may still receive FREE tax filing assistance with NJCA if your household income is less than $42,000.

NOW CLAIM IT!

IMPORTANT

DON'T spend money on tax preparers when NJCA will provide these benefits at no cost.

DON'T be fooled by "Fast Cash Refunds" or "Instant Refunds" — Rapid Anticipation Loans (RALS). You're actually borrowing against your own refund and paying high fees and interest!! It's not worth it.

DON'T be fooled by "Holiday Loans" which are often RALS in disguise.

DO maximize on your tax refund and receive up to $5,789 by calling NJCA for an appointment with a tax specialist and file your tax returns for FREE with direct deposit!

Must Bring To Your Appointment

Photo IDs
Social Security Cards (or ITINs) for everyone listed on the return.
All W-2 and 1099 forms
List of childcare expenses including childcare agency's tax ID number, if claiming childcare expenses.
Voided check for direct deposit.
Both spouses must be present if filing jointly.
If married filing separately, tax filer must provide spouse's social security number.

Contact Information, Locations & Flyers

Phone 1-888-TAXES-11 (1-888-829-3711)

Or Text the word "TAXES" to 89074

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