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MyMoneyNashville.org is a product of the Nashville Alliance for Financial Independence (NAFI). NAFI i Keep It.

In partnership with United Way of Metropolitan Nashville, NAFI's goal is to help working individuals and families to “Earn It. Save It.” We know that assets are the key to long-lasting financial independence. Assets are what financially stable families use to stay afloat during unexpected financial crises. For many families, tax time may be one of the only chances they have each year to put some m

oney into savings, which is a critical step towards achieving greater financial stability and independence. To increase the lump sum refund available for asset building, NAFI conducts a city-wide campaign promoting the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC). The EITC is one of the most effective anti-poverty tools in America. No social program or combination of social programs lifts more children out of poverty than the EITC (Brookings Institute). Yet, the IRS estimates that 20 percent of EITC is left unclaimed each year. United Way Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) sites are our vehicles to help working families claim the EITC and receive these asset building resources. VITA sites provide free tax preparation for households earning $57,000 or less and ensure that they claim all their eligible tax credits. With the average cost of tax preparation being $200, our sites are already helping working families to keep their hard earned money. There are two types of FREE VITA sites: Traditional and MyFreeTaxes. A Traditional VITA site allows clients to come in to a designated facility and sit down with an IRS-certified volunteer who prepares your taxes for you. Individuals and families who have earned up to $57,000 in 2012 qualify for this service. A Beehive VITA site allows clients to come in and prepare their own taxes using tax preparation software on the VITA site computers, with assistance available from an IRS-certified volunteer. Individuals and families who have earned up to $57,000 in 2012 have the option of using the Beehive VITA sites. In addition, we work with our partners to provide financial education year-round. NAFI also comes alongside organizations and companies interested in improving or implementing a financial education program. Through our partners, we are able to provide technical assistance, free training, and new products and services to enhance existing financial education efforts.

03/29/2016

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01/29/2016

We are excited to launch our 2016 VITA Free Tax Prep program today at the Sam Levy VITA site (11a) with Mayor Megan Barry, Representative Jim Cooper, IRS representatives, VITA site coordinators, volunteers and clients. Check back later today for pictures and highlights from the opening. http://www.unitedwayfilefree.org

01/01/2016

Happy New Year!

12/06/2015

Sharing from America Saves: "This season, we challenge you to save $1 for every $1 you spend. It isn’t as crazy as it sounds: http://ow.ly/UiEJl"

Before back-to-school sales were even off the market, it was reported that major retailers were already on the hunt for ways to get you to spend your holiday dough.

12/03/2015

5 tips to achieve your savings goals

Imagine foregoing that $4.65 special coffee everyday on your way to work. Did you know you would save $1,209.00 each year? Over time, you would have built a healthy savings account that could go beyond an activity for a rainy day. Instead, it could translate to the down payment on a home or college…

12/01/2015

It is ! We have an incredible way for your to give back to your community. Learn more about the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program today and sign up to volunteer! www.volunteerforvita.org

Give over $20k back to Nashville by being a United Way VITA volunteer!

11/29/2015

Tax preparation can sometimes feel like rocket science, but it's not thanks to United Way volunteer Marian Ott. Click the link to read about her experience of filing more than 1,500 tax returns in the last 10 years by volunteering for VITA.

Tax preparation can feel like rocket science. Even German physicist Albert Einstein is believed to have said, “The hardest thing in the world to understand is income tax.” Marian Ott has seen the looks of confusion and desperation on the faces of some of the clients she’s helped through United Way’s…

11/26/2015

United Way's Kyle Miller gives thanks to the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) volunteers who completed 14,000 tax returns and gave more than $23 million back to our community last year.

09/24/2015

Surviving a financial emergency from TIME Money...

An emergency fund is great, but there are other ways to make it through tough times.

09/22/2015

America Saves posted: Be specific when you set your goal & parameters! http://ow.ly/S3mpa Hancock County Saves

Summer just ended and I’ve already started thinking about next year. Taking a beach vacation will my “big purchase” for the year, which leaves several months to plan ahead to save for this expense. But am I prepared? Do I have a timeline? Do I have a SMART goal set? My answer to all of these questio…

09/18/2015

Good advice on writing an effective complaint letter.

Having a problem with a product or service can be frustrating. When you’re trying to resolve a problem with a company, the first step should be to discuss your concerns with a representative of the business. If a phone call or email doesn’t resolve the problem, consider writing a complaint letter.

09/16/2015

Savings Tip from U.S. News: Money: The next time you shop at Best Buy, Office Depot, Staples or Bed Bath & Beyond, look for "open box" items.

Save some green by purchasing refurbished goods and those that have already been opened.

09/14/2015

Check out all the latest news from the Nashville Financial Empowerment Center!

A local woman was referred to us by our partner agency - Bridges for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing. Working with a sign language interpreter, we identified that she has a dream of living on her own (she has been living with her family) but had major medical debt (over $50,000 owed). Our team empowe…

09/10/2015

Credit Building Training will take place on September 15 sponsored by JPMorgan Chase & Co. Office of Nonprofit Engagement and delivered by Credit Builders Alliance (CBA) and hosted by the Nashville Financial Empowerment Center and the Nashville Alliance for Financial Independence. The workshop is designed to help non-profit community-based organizations enhance their understanding of credit building as an asset building strategy as well as best practices in credit education.

You are invited to attend a one-day training sponsored by JPMorgan Chase’s Office of Nonprofit Engagement and delivered by Credit Builders Alliance (CBA) and hosted by the Nashville Financial Empowerment Center and the Nashville Alliance for Financial Independence. The workshop is designed to help…

09/09/2015

09/07/2015

Sharing from United Way of Metropolitan Nashville: Happy Labor Day! In addition to celebrating the hard work of all Americans today, we are also celebrating all that our donors, volunteers and advocates do to help us make a positive impact in our community.

09/02/2015

10 ways to improve your finances in a single day from Business Insider

In just an hour or two, you can complete a small task to make a big improvement in your financial situation.

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