UF/IFAS Extension offers free tax preparation through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program (VITA). IRS-Certified tax preparers help taxpayers file taxes quickly and easily. Once your tax return is completed, the VITA volunteers will quality ... READ MORE
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April 21-27 is National Volunteer Week. It's a great opportunity to celebrate the people who lend their time, effort and talents to make a difference in their community! In UF/IFAS Extension, we would be lost without our volunteers. They act ... READ MORE
Category: Clubs & Volunteers, Community Volunteers, Money Matters
Financial security is essential to our quality of life. However, learning how to be financially secure isn’t something usually taught on the job or in school. Some people may think financial education is only for those who can afford it, but ... READ MORE
Category: Community Volunteers, Money Matters, UF/IFASTax season can be a very difficult time of year for many people. It is a time when good record keeping is very vital. Also the high preparation fee to be too much for some families to handle. Some use computer software to avoid the fees. In ... READ MORE
Category: Money Matters, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & LifeWhen taxpayer use VITA everyone wins! The Federal Government saves money due to increases in electronic filings and reduced error. Local economics benefit because taxpayers receive their entire refund to spend in the communities where they ... READ MORE
Category: Money Matters, Work & LifeIt’s easy for us to think of this year’s tax refund as free money coming to us courtesy of Uncle Sam. However, the truth of the matter is that the check you receive is a return of your own hard earned money. And since you’re going to get ... READ MORE
Category: Money Matters, Work & LifeTax season is a very difficult time of year for many people. It is a time when good record keeping is vital. The preparation fee is expensive for many families. Some use computer software to avoid fees. However, in doing so they may overlook ... READ MORE
Category: Money Matters, Work & Life