Free Tax Help Is Available in Ocean County for Eligible NJ Filers
I don't want to make you nervous, but your taxes are due by April 15th of this year, and if you're like me, you've been putting off having to start the grueling process since you saw your W-2 was available. I don't know about you, but I get incredibly anxious about filing my taxes, fearing that I'll fill something out wrong and go to jail.
Some NJ Residents May Qualify For Free Tax Prep Services
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That being said, for some qualified filers this year, your tax prep service could be handled by a tax semi-pro, and it could be free if you meet certain qualifications.
The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program Is Now Open In Ocean County, NJ
Ocean County Community College offers a free tax prep service to those who made less than $69,000 in 2025, thanks to the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program.
Are VITA Tax Prep Volunteers Qualified To Do My Taxes?
VITA consists of volunteers who take and pass tax law training classes that either meet or exceed IRS standards. So basically, you're going to a qualified CPA, without having to pay the price of a CPA.
What Do You Have To Bring To Your VITA Appointment?
According to Ocean County Community College, there are a few things you have to bring to your VITA appointment, as well as a few rules.
- If filing jointly, both you and your spouse must be present
- You must bring last year's tax filing
- A Government-issued ID
- Social Security Card, or TIN
- A Copy Of Last Year's Return
- All W-2 and 1099 Forms
- Forms 1095 A, B, or C
- Information for other income
- Deduction and Credits information
As well as a few other extras that you'll want to double-check right here.
When Are VITA Appointments Available?
If you think you qualify for VITA, it is by appointment only, Monday through Thursday between the hours of 2 PM and 6 PM, as well as Fridays between 9 AM and 1 PM.
VITA operates out of Ocean County Community College, 1 College Drive in Toms River, inside the Library Building.
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