To help Miami-area residents and entrepreneurs make the most of their tax return during the financial crisis, ACCION USA, a leader in U.S. small business loans and financial education, is offering free tax preparation services today through April 15, 2009.
Tax preparation experts, who normally charge more than $300 for their services, will be available for free one-on-one consultations, helping filers to maximize tax credits and deductions. This year, ACCION is proud to offer this free tax preparation service to qualified small business owners as well.
William Mateo, Florida program director for ACCION USA, understands that this is a much-needed service in the Miami communities that ACCION USA serves. "Without proper tax preparation knowledge, filers often miss important deductions or credits, such as the Earned Income Tax credit, that can save thousands of dollars," says Mr. Mateo. "We estimate that over 300 residents and small business owners will receive this important service through our office."
Offered through Miami-Dade County's Prosperity Campaign, the service will be available to households with annual incomes of $42,000 or less and to small business owners who are sole proprietors without employees, foreign income, or depreciation expenses.
WHEN: Appointments are available on a walk-in basis on Mondays and Wednesdays, 4-7 p.m. and by appointment only on Tuesdays, 4-7 p.m., today through April 15, 2009.
WHERE: ACCION USA, 111 SW 5th Ave, Miami, FL 33130
To schedule your free tax preparation appointment, please call ACCION USA at (305) 548-3360. Participants are encouraged to bring information regarding 2008 expenses and income, including W2 forms, in an organized format.
About ACCION USA
ACCION USA is a private, nonprofit microlending organization that serves low- and moderate-income individuals, primarily minorities and women, who are unable to access mainstream financial services. A pioneer and recognized leader in the domestic microfinance field, ACCION USA is dedicated to providing small business owners and individuals on the economic margin with access capital and develop greater financial literacy. ACCION USA is a member of the U.S. ACCION Network, the largest U.S. microlending network, with over $230 million lent since its inception in 1991. ACCION USA loans range from $500-$50,000 and are offered nationwide via the ACCION USA online lending platform. For more information about small business loans, visit www.accionusa.org.