If you're getting the paperwork sweats just thinking about tax season, there's some good news on the tax front in our fair city. The Owens Multipurpose Center has teamed up with the AARP Tax-Aide program to offer residents the chance to quickly get some free help crunching numbers and filing returns, according to a recent announcement. From now through April 15, folks can swing by every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday between the accountant-friendly hours of 11:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m, according to the City of Lawton.
No membership card is necessary—this service is looking to help out taxpayers of all ages, and you don't have to be AARP-affiliated to dip into these benefits. They're hoping to help to quickly ensure those who need support can get their filings across the finish line without reaching into their wallets. But do bear in mind, it's a first-come, first-served situation, so the early bird will likely snag the worm—or in this case, the tax help, as reported by the City of Lawton.
You'll want to come prepared, toting all your tax documents, a valid photo ID, and ideally last year's return. The volunteers at Owens Center are certified and at the ready to help guide you through both simple and complex tax situations. It's a sit-down that may take anywhere from 30 minutes to an hour, depending on how your financial year looked, as detailed by the City of Lawton.
Arriving early is the name of the game, as daily spots can quickly fill up. Upon checking in, residents will be assisted in the order they arrived. And by all accounts, those volunteers are eager to fully answer your questions and smoothly guide you through the tax prep process. The Owens Center is keen to reduce tax prep costs and increase access to trustworthy aid.
Got questions before you go? The good folks at the Owens Center would love to hear from you—don't hesitate to reach out for more info.
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