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Tax season can feel confusing, stressful, and overwhelming—especially if you’re filing for the first time. But it doesn’t have to be.

In this episode of Dollars and Sense, we sit down with Ken from AARP Foundation Tax-Aide, a free tax preparation service that helps thousands of people file their taxes correctly every year.

We talk through some of the most common things people misunderstand about filing taxes, what documents you actually need before you sit down to file, and how free tax help programs work. Ken also shares insights from years of helping people through tax season—what trips people up, how to prepare ahead of time, and how to make the process smoother.

Whether you’re filing your taxes for the first time or just want to avoid common mistakes, this conversation will help you walk into tax season a little more prepared and a lot less stressed.

In this episode we discuss:
• Common misconceptions about filing taxes
• What documents you should gather before filing
• The difference between credits and deductions
• What first-time filers should know
• How free tax preparation services work
• Tips to make tax season easier

If you’ve ever felt unsure about taxes, this episode is for you.

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