If you haven’t already, now is a great time to think about filing income taxes. Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) is a benefit for which anyone with a household income less than $57,414 may qualify.
All taxpayers earning a gross income of $57,414 or less qualify for this Free Tax Preparation Service. For the 2021 tax year, the earned income credit ranges from $1,502 to $6,728 depending on your filing status and how many children you have.
Investment Income must be $10,000 or less for the year.
DHA sites will be available through March 30, 2022, by appointment at the following locations:
- 2700 Fulton Ave., Sacramento, CA 95821: Tuesday/Thursday, 5 – 8 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m. – Noon.
- 2450 Florin Rd., Sacramento, CA 95822: Monday/Wednesday/Friday, 5 – 8 p.m.
What to bring to your appointment:
- Valid Photo ID (for you and your spouse)
- Social Security cards for all persons on your tax return
- All tax forms (W2s, 1099s, student loan interest/tuition statements, book receipts, etc).
- Last year’s tax return (if available)
- If you plan to itemize your deductions, bring the necessary paperwork (mortgage interest statement, real estate taxes, charitable donations, etc.)
- If you had health insurance through the Affordable Care Act or Medi-Cal, the 1095-A and/or 1095-B
- If you are married filing jointly, both spouses must attend
Call (916) 498-1000 to make appointments at either of the two locations listed above. There are many other locations offering tax preparation services to moderate- and low-income individuals and families at no cost. To learn more about these locations and to make an appointment, call 2-1-1.