Tax assistance now available Published Feb. 4, 2013 325th Fighter Wing Public Affairs TYNDALL AIR FORCE BASE, Fla -- The 325th Fighter Wing Legal Office is now providing free tax assistance including electronic filing for all military members and their dependents as well as for members of the retirement community. In addition, volunteers will be able to address military-specific tax issues, such as combat zone tax benefits and moving expenses as well as provide information regarding deductions, child care credit and other important financial issues. Tax services are available by appointment only and will be provided at the Tax Center located next to the Legal Office in the base support building, Bldg 662. The office's hours are Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The center is open now for E1 to E4 and O1 to O2. The facility will open for all active duty and dependents starting Feb. 7 and open to all retirees and civilians starting Feb. 18. The tax center will be open until the end of tax season, April 15. Call (850) 283-1Tax to schedule appointments. When coming to the legal office for tax preparation assistance, please remember to bring the following documents that the volunteers will need to prepare your taxes: · Military ID · Social Security cards or Social Security verification letter for taxpayer, spouse and all dependents · Birth dates for individuals and dependents · Wage and earning statements, form W-2, W-2G or 1099-R, from each employer · Childcare/daycare expense information, including total paid for daycare provider and the provider's name, address, social security number or business Employer Identification Number · Bank interest and dividend statements, Form 1099 · Receipts for deductible expenses. · Supporting documentation for any other sources of income or relevant expenses · Power of attorney, if applicable · Voided check for direct deposit of any refund · A copy of last year's tax returns, if available · Lastly, for a married couple to file a joint return electronically, both spouses must be present to sign the required forms. For any questions contact Capt. Ryan Ditchkofsky at ryan.ditchkofsky@tyndall.af.mil or by calling (850)283-4681.