SMMC News & Events Blog

This blog highlights news, events, and informative articles on personal finance from University of Illinois System's Student Money Management Center. Feel free to navigate to different categories with the list of topics on the right or search for a specific topic next to the view all link below.

Tax Talk

It’s tax season! We break down the common forms you’ll need to complete, where you find help if you need it, and when you can expect that refund (if you qualify!) on our latest episode of Making Cents of Money!

Resources and Information Discussed in the Episode:

IRS Sites & Tools

• IRS (federal) online account
• IRS Identity Protection PIN
• IRS Free File
• IRS Refund Tracker
• Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) & Tax Counseling for the Elderly

Illinois Taxes

• mytax.illinois.gov
• or call 1-800-732-8866
• Option for bank accounts:  Bank On Illinois

Free Tax-filing Help for Low Income Taxpayers from National Non-Profit Organizations

• United Way's My Free Taxes
• Ladder Up’s Tax Assistance Program

Relevant Making Cents of Money Episodes

• Episode 25: Choosing a Financial Professional 
• Episode 10: Taxes! 

Relevant Get Savvy: Grow Your Green Stuff webinar recordings

• Tackling Taxes
• Choosing a Financial Professional