Oregon volunteers helped taxpayers get $18 million in refunds last year

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Oregon volunteers helped taxpayers get $18 million in refunds last year

Tax season often brings stress and uncertainty. But for many Oregonians, free help is available through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program.This national initiative, operated in Oregon by Cash Oregon of Metropolitan Family Services, provides free tax preparation services to moderate-income households. In 2024, Cash Oregon volunteers completed over 9,100 tax returns, resulting in $18 million in refunds for taxpayers.On Feb. 24, Cas…

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Oregon Tax Filing Options

A variety of free electronic-filing options are available to Oregon taxpayers, including the new combination of IRS Direct File and Direct File Oregon. While the free filing options have some income and other limitations, most Oregon taxpayers are eligible to file electronically at no cost using one of the free file options that can be found on the Department of Revenue website. Taxpayers can use the information below to help them pick the one t…

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WOU receives grant to help give free tax assistance

Western Oregon University is one of many educational institutions to receive an Oregon Department of Human Services grant to help many people file their taxes for free. The ODHS Tax Infrastructure Grant Program makes this free tax help possible for…

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If you paid more than you owe in taxes, don't think you lost that money, as long as the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) will make you a refund, although it could confiscate some or all of the amount that I was going to give you. While it's almost impossible to stop you from getting discounts, there's a way to avoid it.How?Find out in this note.Before you answer that question, it's important to know what are the main reasons why the IRS would keep…

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The most common errors on tax returns

Everyone knows tax pros don't make mistakes, but it can't hurt to doublecheck for these mistakes before filing.

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IRS Where's My Refund: Avoid These 3 Common Filing Mistakes

The tax season is upon us, and as individuals and businesses work on their returns, it’s crucial to do it accurately to prevent delays in receiving refunds. The IRS offers tools like “Where’s My Refund” to assist taxpayers in tracking their returns, but common filing mistakes can slow down the process. This article highlights three typical pitfalls and how to avoid them. Submitting inaccurate or incomplete information One of the most common mist…