County Offering Free Tax Preparation

Hillsborough County Extension Service is offering free tax preparation assistance for those who earned $57,000 or less in 2012.

Tax filers will be able to access a self-guided tax preparation program and receive assistance, as needed, from an IRS-trained and -certified volunteer. This free service will be available by appointment only on Tuesdays and Thursdays, noon to 4 p.m. Feb. 5 through April 9.

This service is offered as part of the United Way Suncoast Prosperity Campaign. For a list of other free tax prep sites, visit www.myfreetaxes.com/tampa

For more information, contact Lisa Leslie at 813-744-5519.