The AARP Tax-Aide program will again this year provide free federal and state tax preparation for taxpayers with low-to-moderate incomes. There is no age limit.

Of special interest for seniors is the Missouri Property Tax Credit where certain individuals may be eligible to receive up to $1,000 for real estate taxes paid or $750 for rent paid.

This service will be available from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. on Wednesdays beginning Feb. 4, 2009, and continuing to April 8, 2009, at the Grand River Multi-Purpose Center, 440 Locust Street, Chillicothe, MO 64601. Additional information may be obtained and reservations made by contacting the Chillicothe RSVP office at 660-646-0010.

What you will need to bring:
• Photo identification for taxpayer and spouse
• Social Security cards for all household members
• Last year’s income tax return
• Income documents (all W-2s, 1099s, etc.
• Rent documentation if filing for the property tax credit
• Daycare and/or educational information if applicable
• Interest/dividend information
• Information for itemized deductions if applicable, including but not limited to: mortgage interest, medical expenses and health insurance premiums, paid real estate and property taxes, information on any contributions.