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Tax time tends to look different after you retire.<\/p>\n

You might be drawing income from multiple sources: Social Security, stock dividends, a pension, 401(k) withdrawals and even interest from your savings account.<\/p>\n

You might need to report earnings from your side hustle, proceeds from a home sale or pay taxes on your Social Security benefits.<\/p>\n

Thankfully, several programs across the country help older adults file their tax returns for free.\n<\/p>\n

4 Resources to Save Money When You File Taxes<\/h2>\n

The IRS and AARP Foundation offer in-person and virtual tax preparation and guidance at no cost to you.<\/p>\n

Here\u2019s how it works.<\/p>\n

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5 Companies That Send People Money When They\u2019re Asked Nicely<\/h3>\n

When you log into your bank account, how do your savings look? Probably not as good as you\u2019d like.<\/p>\n

It always seems like an uphill battle to build (and keep) a decent amount in savings. But what if your car breaks down, or you have a sudden medical bill?<\/p>\n

Ask one of these companies to help\u2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

1. Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE)<\/h3>\n

The Tax Counseling for the Elderly Program<\/a>, or TCE, provides free basic tax return preparation to people ages 60 and older. The program has been around for 45 years.<\/p>\n

The IRS provides funding to various community organizations, such as the United Way, which administer programs at the local level.<\/p>\n

Volunteers are trained to assist with retirement-specific tax issues, including questions about pensions, Social Security and required minimum distributions.<\/p>\n

You can rest assured your tax return is in good hands: All TCE volunteers who prepare returns are required to undergo and pass tax law training that meets or exceeds IRS standards.<\/p>\n

You don\u2019t need to fill out an application to receive help at a TCE site, but most locations require an appointment.<\/p>\n

To find the nearest TCE site in your area, call 800-906-9887 or use the VITA\/TCE Locator Tool<\/a>.<\/p>\n

2. Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA)<\/h3>\n

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance, or VITA, from the IRS is another free resource.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s similar to TCE, but tax filers of all ages can get assistance through the program.<\/p>\n

Anyone<\/a> can get help through VITA, but priority is given to:<\/p>\n