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By James Walker
51ÁÔÆæ<\/em><\/p>\n

As income tax season approaches, many are hurriedly gathering their required documents and preparing to file their returns. Yet, for specific individuals, the cost of using a professional tax service can be so prohibitive that it offsets the potential refund they might receive.<\/p>\n

Thankfully, 51ÁÔÆæ (TSC) partnered with the United Way of Southern Cameron County to host the VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) program throughout the tax season.<\/p>\n

Between January 24 and April 17, volunteers from the community and students enrolled in TSC’s Accounting Technology program will be available at TSC’s International Technology, Education, and Commerce Center (ITECC) campus to assist individuals earning $64,000 or less annually.<\/p>\n

A significant element contributing to the enduring success of the partnership is the unwavering support from Maggie Solis, the Director and instructor of TSC’s Accounting Technology Program. With twenty-two years of dedicated assistance, her commitment has played a pivotal role in the partnership’s longevity and prosperity.<\/p>\n

Solis, who was awarded a certification of recognition by the U.S. Internal Revenue Service (IRS) in 2023 for her dedicated service to the community, feels that the VITA program is mutually beneficial to all parties involved.<\/p>\n

\u201cVITA is a win-win for both Accounting Technology students and the community,\u201d said Solis. \u201cAs we all know, the cost of living has drastically increased, so having this service available for free is a great benefit to many families,\u201d remarked Solis.<\/p>\n

Solis also emphasizes that volunteers assist the community by IRS guidelines. \u201cThe TSC VITA site operates through quality site requirements dictated by the IRS, and all volunteer tax preparers are certified,\u201d she stated.<\/p>\n

Volunteers assist individuals in identifying tax credits, such as Earned Income Credit Tax and the Child Tax Credit. Additionally, as an IRS-certified site, TSC VITA volunteers can assist community members filing with an Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN).<\/p>\n

To utilize the VITA program, individuals must schedule an appointment by dialing 956-295-3761. Once the appointment is confirmed, they should proceed to TSC’s ITECC Campus located at 301 Mexico Blvd at the designated appointment time, ensuring they bring along:<\/strong><\/p>\n