Your Community's Financial Ally
At Volunteer Income Tax Assistance, we are dedicated to making a meaningful impact on individuals and families with limited incomes. Our work fosters economic stability while empowering people in our communities. Discover the wide range of services we provide. From aiding in tax preparation to offering resources for financial education, explore our extensive suite of services crafted to empower individuals on their financial path. Dive into how Volunteer Income Tax Assistance is devoted to creating a positive impact.
Empower Your Finances
Ready to take control of your financial well-being? Getting started with Volunteer Income Tax Assistance is easy. Explore our services and find the support you need to navigate the complexities of tax preparation. Whether you're an individual seeking assistance or an organization looking to collaborate, we're here to help you initiate positive change.
MyFreeTaxes.com
A secure, do-it-yourself service available for individuals and families with an income of $79,000 or less.
For individuals who are comfortable answering questions about their finances or have used self-prepared tax prep software.
GetYourRefund.org
Get help from an IRS-Certified volunteer to prepare your tax return from your home. For households with an income of $66,000 or less.
For individuals who are comfortable with computers/tablets/phones and have access to reliable internet.
Volunteer Income Tax Assistance
Work with IRS-Certified volunteers in-person to prepare your taxes. For households with an income of $67,000 or less.
For individuals with no or limited access to internet or not comfortable with technology.
*other eligibility requirements may apply
Please note: After Sept. 30, 2024, in-person appointments will be unavailable until the new tax season begins.
Do I Qualify for the Home Heating Credit?
You may qualify if all of the following apply:
- You own or rent and occupied a Michigan homestead
- You did not live in a licensed care facility for the entire year
- You were not a full-time student who was claimed as a dependent
- You did not live in college or university housing
- Your income was within the limits in the table below
Earned income is not needed to qualify.
| 0 - 1 | $562 | $16,043 |
| 2 | $760 | $21,700 |
| 3 | $958 | $27,357 |
| 4 | $1,156 | $33,013 |
| 5 | $1,354 | $38,671 |
| 6 | $1,552 | $44,329 |
| +$198 for each exemption over 6 | +$5,657 for each exemption over 6 |
The Home Heating Credit will not affect your benefits. You may qualify even if heat is included in your rent.
A Slightly Higher Income Ceiling may be used depending on your heating costs and other qualifying factors.
For more information call (877) 337-1780
Do I Qualify for the Homestead Property Tax Credit?
You may qualify if all of the following apply:
- You own or rent and occupied a Michigan homestead
- If you own, your taxable value was $154,000 or less
- Your total household resources were $67,300 or less
- 100% of your total household resources were not from DHHS
Additional Details
- Tax credit is determined based on a percentage of the property taxes that exceed 3.2% of income
- The refundable credit is equal to 60% of the amount that property taxes (or general 23% of rent) exceed 3.2% of income
- For filers who are disabled, the credit is 100%
- The amount of the credit depends on the amount of income-$1,700 is the maximum credit
The Homestead Property Tax Credit is a refundable credit available to eligible Michigan residents who pay high property taxes or rent in relation to their income.
For more information call (877) 337-1780
| Maximum Table Value | $154,000 |
| Total Household Resources (THR) Limit | $67,300 |
| Phase-out begins when Total Household Resources exceed | $58,300 |
| Credit Limit | $1,700 |