How To Get Free Tax Help in Pittsburgh
It’s the most dreaded time of the year: tax season! If you’re feeling confused or overwhelmed, we’re sharing some local resources that can make the process a little less painful. Executive producer Mallory Falk and Hey Pittsburgh editor Francesca Dabecco are rounding up sites where you can get free tax prep help, explaining what you need to know about Allegheny County’s property tax increase, and sharing tips for saving money when you file.
Notes and references from today’s show:
- Does Allegheny County Really Need a Tax Increase? [City Cast Pittsburgh]
- Property Tax Calculator [Allegheny County]
- Homestead Exemption Information [Allegheny County]
- Allegheny County property tax bill lacks new payment deadlines [TribLive]
- Push for property tax reassessment likely to continue, per Pittsburgh schools’ top lawyer [PublicSource]
- Where To Get Free Tax Help in Pittsburgh in 2025 [City Cast Pittsburgh]
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