Hillsborough County Extension Service is offering free tax preparation assistance for those who earned $57,000 or less in 2012.

Tax filers will be able to access a self-guided tax preparation program and receive assistance, as needed, from an IRS trained and certified volunteer.

The service will be available by appointment only on Tuesdays and Thursdays, noon-4 p.m., Feb. 5 through April 9. It is offered as part of the United Way Suncoast Prosperity Campaign.

For a list of other free tax prep sites visit www.myfreetaxes.com/tampa.

For more information, call Lisal Leslie at 813-744-5519.

The closest free tax prep location to Temple Terrace is:

• PCHC Sulpher Springs Resource Center, 8412 N 12th St., Tampa

No appointment is required.

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