Six Tips about Individual Shared Responsibility Payments
NOTE: This information is offered by the IRS for Tax Year 2017. This includes both rules for making the payment (if you don't have health insurance) and rules about who is "exempt" (does not have to pay). Many people with very low incomes and people with certain immigrant statuses do not have to pay.
Health Care Tax Tips
Do you get a health care tax subsidy for health insurance you bought through the "federal marketplace." Learn about your duty to report certain financial changes.
The ACA Health Insurance Tax Payment: What You Need to Know
The IRS explains the tax consequences of failing to obtain health care coverage before the March 31, 2014 deadline.
Understanding the Affordable Care Act
Some low income people are eligible for Mainecare. Most other people with low incomes can get help paying for health insurance. The IRS gives instant tax credits to help with the cost.
There are many places to get help finding health insurance:
Bankruptcy: Is It the Right Choice for You?
This is to help you to understand some basics about the bankruptcy laws and rules. This may help you to make a more informed decision about whether filing for bankruptcy makes sense for you. We assume that you are a low-income client who may not be able to afford a lawyer.
Filing for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy in Maine: Getting Started
Important Cautionary Notes
Step One: Credit Counselling
Step Two: Fill out the Court Forms
Step Three: File all Required Forms and Documents
Step Four: Send Tax Return and Wage Inform
Filing for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy in Maine: Frequently Asked Questions
What property can I keep?
How does filing for bankruptcy protect me from creditors?
What happens at the ''meeting of creditors''?
How are my debts resolved?
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Bankruptcy in Maine
The bankruptcy laws changed in October 2005. These laws makes it harder for a very low-income person to find a lawyer to help with a bankruptcy case. We have posted this information to help you figure out what to do.
Su derecho al cuidado hospitalario gratuito
Información sobre como calificar para y solicitar atención gratuita en los hospitales.