Latino association offers free tax prep

The Latin American Association’s Atlanta Outreach Center and the VITA Program (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) are offering free tax preparation to individuals who earned less than $48,000 in 2010.

Those seeking help with their taxes should arrive between 8 a.m. and noon on April 1, 8 and 15 at the LAA at 2750 Buford Highway NE in Atlanta.

Information: Call Cynthia Roman at 404-638-1834 or email croman@thelaa.org.

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