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Tax Help at our Branches
Free tax preparation from AARP Tax-Aide. AARP trained tax preparers focus on low and moderate income returns, but can prepare most personal returns within training guidelines. Tax preparers can e-file Federal and state returns, as well as PTR (“Senior Freeze”) forms.
Appointments are required and are limited. The dates and times available for each branch are listed below along with the branch’s contact information. Once you have made your appointment, please download Form 13614-C (Rev. 10-2022) (irs.gov), fill it out, and bring it to your appointment. This is the same form you will be asked to pick up before your appointment at the branch. It is also best to bring your previous year’s taxes to the appointment.
Hollowbrook Branch
Mondays from 9:30 AM — 11:00 AM:
- February 6, 13, & 27
- March 6, 13, 20 & 27
- April 3, 10, 17
Appointments are required. Please call the Hollowbrook Branch at (609) 883-5914 to make one.
Hopewell Branch
Tuesdays from 9:30 AM — 1:30 PM:
- February 7, 14, 21 & 28
- March 7, 14, 21 & 28
- April 4, 11 & 18
Appointments are required. Please call the Hopewell Branch at (609) 737-2610 to make one.
Tax Help in Mercer County
United Way of Greater Mercer County
The free tax program (VITA-Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) offers families and individuals making less than $65,000 free tax return preparation by trained and IRS-certified volunteers. Appointments are for federal and state tax preparation.
Tax Help in New Jersey
NJ 211
Find locations by county on the NJ 211 website.
AARP Tax-Aide Site Locator
AARP Foundation Tax-Aide provides virtual and in-person tax assistance free of charge, with a special focus on taxpayers who are over the age of 50 or have low-to-moderate income.
IRS Online Tax Help
IRS has several online resources to help taxpayers.
- Free File: Prepare and file your federal income tax return for free.
- Where’s My Refund?: An online tool that will track your tax refund.
- Online Payment Agreements: Apply for a payment plan to pay your balance over time.
- IRS2Go mobile app: Check your refund status, make a payment, find free tax preparation assistance, sign up for helpful tax tips, and more.
- Online Account: View your tax balance and payment history.
- “What Ifs” for Struggling Taxpayers
Federal Forms
Updated for 2023. The following are links to select resources. For a more guided resource, navigate to Internal Revenue Service – Filing.
Form 1040
US Individual Income Tax Return
Annual income tax return filed by citizens or residents of the United States.
Related
Form 1040-ES
Estimated Tax for Individuals
Form 1040-ES is used by persons with income not subject to tax withholding to figure and pay estimated tax.
New Jersey Forms
The following are links to select resources. For all 2022 Income Tax Returns, go to NJ Division of Taxation – 2022 Income Tax Returns (state.nj.us). For a more guided resource, navigate to NJ Department of Taxation – Completing and Filing A Return.
Resident
Returns and Instructions
| Return Number | Return Name |
|---|---|
| NJ-1040 | Resident Income Tax Return |
| Resident Income Tax Return Instructions | |
| Schedule NJ-HCC | Health Care Coverage – Required |
| NJ-1040X | Amended Resident Income Tax Return |
| Amended Resident Income Tax Return Instructions |
Extension, Estimated Payments, and Payment Vouchers
Return Schedules
Property Tax Credit
Other Forms
| Return Number | Return Name |
|---|---|
| PA Form REV-419 | Employee’s Nonwithholding Application Certificate – For Residents only |
Last Updated: Thursday, 12/15/22
Nonresident
Return and Instructions
| Return Number | Return Name | Document Type |
|---|---|---|
| NJ-1040NR | Nonresident Income Tax Return | |
| Nonresident Income Tax Return Instructions |
Amending a Nonresident Return: Nonresidents should file Form NJ-1040NR and write the word “Amended” in bold letters in the upper right hand corner.
Extension, Estimated Payments, and Payment Vouchers
Return Schedules
Other Forms
| Return Number | Return Name |
|---|---|
| NJ-165 | Employee’s Certificate of Nonresidence in New Jersey |
Last Updated: Thursday, 12/15/22
Fiduciary Return
Returns and Instructions
Grantor Trust and Electing Small Business Trust Notice
| Return Number | Return Name |
|---|---|
| NJ-1041 | Fiduciary Income Tax Return |
| Fiduciary Income Tax Return Instructions | |
| NJ-1041SB | Fiduciary Income Tax Return Electing Small Business Trust and Instructions |
Extension, Estimated Payments, and Payment Vouchers
Schedules
| Return Number | Return Name |
|---|---|
| Schedule NJ-BUS-1 | Business Income Summary Schedule |
| Schedule NJ-BUS-2 | Alternative Business Calculation Adjustment |
Last Updated: Thursday, 12/15/22
Other Forms
These forms can be used by residents, nonresidents, fiduciary, or composite filers.
Last Updated: Thursday, 12/15/22
Physical Copies
Receive Forms by Mail
Call 1-609-826-4400 or 1-800-323-4400.
Pick Up Forms
The nearest Regional Service Center, which is in Trenton, has paper copies. It is located at the Taxation Building, 50 Barrack Street Trenton, NJ 08695.
Mail Returns
The return address is different depending on residency and return. Check the NJ Divison of Taxation – Where to Mail Your Return webpage.
Taxation Sites by State
- Alabama
- Alaska
- Arizona
- Arkansas
- California
- Colorado
- Connecticut
- Delaware
- District of Columbia
- Florida
- Georgia
- Hawaii
- Idaho
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Iowa
- Kansas
- Kentucky
- Louisiana
- Maine
- Maryland
- Massachusetts
- Michigan
- Minnesota
- Mississippi
- Missouri
- Montana
- Nebraska
- Nevada
- New Hampshire
- New Jersey
- New Mexico
- New York
- North Carolina
- North Dakota
- Ohio
- Oklahoma
- Oregon
- Pennsylvania
- Rhode Island
- South Carolina
- South Dakota
- Tennessee
- Texas
- Utah
- Vermont
- Virginia
- Washington
- West Virginia
- Wisconsin
- Wyoming