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Tax filing closed

2008-09 Tax Season closed after April 15, 2009. If you need additional help to file an extension or follow up on a tax return our sites prepared for you. Please contact our offices at 502-292-6182

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VITA Celebration - June 18, 2009

Another successful tax season, LABC and our VITA partner site served almost 7500 families this year. Through the efforts and support from our 300+ volunteers, partners and funders we have helped to bring back the highest amount of EITC ever at $3.97mliion and $8.18million in refunds.

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Things you should think about...

Avoid the scams Thinking about that commercial which pays you money for your gold or you can get paid to by a mystery shopper or that great company promising to cut your bills in half. Sometimes when its too good to be true, it is. Never spend your hard earned money with business until you do your homework. Ask for references, check the business bureau and make sure you read the fine print. You need to make sure you protect your money.

Getting a handle on your debt Having too much debt can not only be a financial burden but it can also be a physical, mental and emotional burden as well. If you have a lot or a little debt, you need a plan on how to eliminate it. Consider using the "Power Payment" technique. Click here to learn more on debt management.

Stay out of trouble Many families are having a hard time paying for the increasing cost of basic items and rising cost of gas. Make sure to ask for help (from LABC or others) in finding ways to budget or look for services to help clean up your debt. Doing the little things early on may help keep you and your family from getting into bigger trouble like foreclosure or bankruptcy.