Free tax help for eligible residents

WHITTIER - Local residents with household incomes of $50,000 and lower can have their taxes prepared free of charge March 9 at the Los Angeles County Community Resource Center in South Whittier.The event, sponsored by Assemblyman Charles Calderon and State Controller John Chiang, runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Appointments are required by calling Humberto Estrada at (562) 692-5858. Participants should bring a photo ID, social security card, all earning statements (W-2, SSI, 1099's), a copy of the prior year's tax return, bank account and routing number for direct deposit, and statements for tuition fees, expenses and child care.

********** Published: February 16, 2012 - Volume 10 - Issue 44