Date: 2005-04-15
Filing a tax return today doesn't have to be stressful
PARSIPPANY, N.J., April 14, 2005 - Rushing to beat the midnight deadline, last-minute filers can get much-needed relief by visiting a Jackson Hewitt Tax Service (NYSE: JTX) office. In an effort to make a dreaded process less stressful, through a partnership with Bally Total Fitness, Jackson Hewitt is helping customers to jumpstart their summer fitness program with a , six-week trial membership. Many Jackson Hewitt locations nationwide are celebrating tax day with their customers in creative ways, such as offering massages, food, prizes and more.
"We know it's a stressful time for people that still need to file. Just give us an hour and we'll make sure your taxes are prepared completely and accurately - and provide a way to jumpstart your fitness plan - all while you enjoy a festive atmosphere," said Michael Lister, Chairman and CEO, Jackson Hewitt Tax Service Inc.
Customers who have their taxes prepared at participating Jackson Hewitt locations today may receive a six-week trial membership to Bally Total Fitness, a great way to get in shape for the summer months ahead. Local Jackson Hewitt managers are also providing creative ways to entertain customers and make the tax filing experience more enjoyable. Festivities vary by location, but may include free massages, drawings for a big screen TV or other prizes, music, balloons for the kids and much more.
Jackson Hewitt offices will open early and stay open until midnight and beyond for the April 15 tax day celebration with additional tax professionals on hand to help last- minute filers beat the midnight tax filing deadline.
About Jackson Hewitt Tax Service Inc.
Jackson Hewitt Tax Service Inc. (NYSE: JTX) is the second largest tax preparation service company in the United States, with over 5,400 franchised and company-owned offices in 49 states and the District of Columbia. Specializing in electronic filing (IRS e-file), the Company provides full service, individual federal and state income tax preparation and facilitates related financial products. Most Jackson Hewitt offices are independently owned and operated. Jackson Hewitt is based in Parsippany, New Jersey. More information about the Company may be obtained by visiting the Company's Web site at
www.jacksonhewitt.com.
Contact
Allison Jackson
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| Senior Manager, Communications |
| Jackson Hewitt Tax Service Inc. |
| 973-496-7536 |
| allison.jackson@jtax.com |
About Bally Total Fitness
Bally Total Fitness is the largest and only nationwide commercial operator of fitness centers, with approximately four million members and nearly 440 facilities located in 29 states, Mexico, Canada, China, Korea and the Caribbean under the Bally Total Fitness®, Crunch Fitness(SM), Gorilla Sports(SM), Pinnacle Fitness®, Bally Sports Clubs® and Sports Clubs of Canada® brands. With an estimated 150 million annual visits to its clubs, Bally offers a unique platform for distribution of a wide range of products and services targeted to active, fitness-conscious adult consumers. For more information, visit
http://www.ballyfitness.com.
Contact
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| 8700 West Bryn Mawr Avenue |
| Chicago, IL 60631 |
| www.Ballyfitness.com |
| Sara Matheu - Tel. (773) 864-6822 |