VSCPA Tax Resource Center

Are you looking for tax season resources? Need answers to your tax questions? Let Virginia CPAs help! As part of its Financial Fitness campaign, the Virginia Society of CPAs (VSCPA) Tax Resource Center provides a wealth of tax resources, including free online tax advice, frequently asked tax questions, Virginia and federal tax information with links to download forms, and financial planning articles for individuals and business professionals.

VSCPA Tax Help Programs

• "Ask a CPA" Tax Help E-mail Program — Got questions about your tax return? Experienced, licensed Certified Public Accountants (CPA) will provide FREE answers to your tax questions within three business days.
• NBC12 Tax Call-In Program — The NBC12 Tax Call-In allows viewers to receive free tax advice from CPA volunteers during the evening news broadcast. This live call-in is held every Wednesday night, February 10 to March 17, 2010, from 5 – 6:30 p.m. Viewers can call (804) 345-1212 or (800) 733-2812 to speak with a CPA.
• Virginia Military Tax Help — The VSCPA provides free tax assistance through a program developed for Virginia-based members of the U.S. armed forces and support personnel serving in a combat zone.
• Disaster Recovery Resources — The VSCPA offers this public service program and online resource center to help individuals and businesses deal with the financial and tax consequences before, during and after disasters.
• Nonprofit Pro Bono Assistance — Virginia CPAs provide free assistance and advice on financial issues to charitable nonprofits in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Examples of financial advice include tax preparation, auditing and financial management.

VSCPA Tax Resources

• Tax Saving Tips for 2009 Tax Year — Download this free brochure (PDF) with loads of tax planning advice from Certified Public Accountants (CPA).
• Tax Season Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)  — The VSCPA provides a comprehensive list of frequently asked questions from Virginia taxpayers. Get answers to general tax questions, including student, dependent and homeowner issues.
• Tax Checklist — Here are some of the common and lesser-known sources of taxable income to help you accurately complete your tax return.
• Smart Ways to Spend Your Refund — The VSCPA offers tips on using your tax return wisely.

Tax Links & Articles

• Tax and Financial Links — The VSCPA compiled a list of links to state, local and federal tax agencies as well as reputable state and national financial education organizations.
• Money Management Articles — These articles provide financial advice and information for individuals and small businesses. Topics include personal finance, retirement and estate planning, saving for college, investments, running a small business, income taxes and more.

Additional Tax Resources

• Understanding CPA Services — The VSCPA developed this free online publication to help you learn about the different services CPAs provide, how to choose a CPA to meet your needs, what CPAs charge and more. 
• Find a CPA — Through our free CPA Referral Online database, the VSCPA helps connect you with a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in your geographic region that can best meet your financial and business needs.

For more information about these tax resources and programs, please contact VSCPA Community Relations Coordinator Tracey Zink at (804) 612-9427.