Date: 2007-04-06
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
AS TAX DEADLINE APPROACHES, JACKSON HEWITT® HELPS THE WORKFORCE OF AMERICA OBTAIN OCCUPATION-RELATED TAX SAVINGS
Company Offers Customized Tax Benefits and Discount Off Tax Preparation For Workers Across a Wide Range of Occupations
Proprietary Deductions@Work® Program Helps Taxpayers Identify and Claim Occupation-Related Deductions
PARSIPPANY, N.J., April 6, 2007 – According to the IRS, last year over 12 million taxpayers filed their taxes in the final week before the due date.* With the filing deadline of April 17th fast approaching, many Americans are facing the tax time crunch – organizing the expenses they need to itemize and accurately prepare and file their 2006 income tax return, and ideally making sure that they are not leaving money on the table.
Jackson Hewitt Tax Service®, a leader in the tax preparation industry, continues to remind everyday workers that there are numerous tax deductions specifically related to different types of employment. That is why throughout April, Jackson Hewitt is working around the clock to celebrate the Workforce of America. The company will spotlight a number of industries to help a variety of workers take full advantage of the tax benefits related to their profession.
“As the tax preparer of choice for the Workforce of America, it is important for us to spotlight the many credits and deductions available to tax filers, especially the ones that are job-related and often overlooked,” notes Michael D. Lister, President and CEO, Jackson Hewitt Inc.
“We recognize how hard our customers work for the money they earn. So throughout April, when last-minute filers are feeling the pressure, we are going to be working extra hard – and in many cases around the clock – to ensure that they are filing a complete and accurate return!”
Lister notes that through its proprietary program Deductions@Work, Jackson Hewitt tax preparers are able to delve into over 50 of the most common professions in the U.S. to note the credits and deductions available for each – pinpointing possible tax considerations relative to items like specialty equipment, union dues, professional association fees, safety equipment for work, uniforms or professional publications.
Celebrating A Range of Occupations
As part of its April celebration of the Workforce of America, Jackson Hewitt has set aside particular days during the month when it will offer special benefits to certain professions.
On those special days, members of the select professions can go into participating Jackson Hewitt locations to receive $25 off of tax preparation.
The schedule of professions and occupations being celebrated include:
• Friday, April 6 - Saturday, April 7: Educators and Students, including all teachers; college, graduate and post-graduate students; tutors; and other related jobs.
• Sunday, April 8 - Monday, April 9: Food & Beverage workers, including waiters/waitresses, bartenders, cooks, and other related jobs.
• Tuesday, April 10 - Wednesday, April 11: Construction workers and Laborers, including construction workers, mechanics, welders, truck / bus drivers and other related jobs.
• Thursday, April 12 - Friday, April 13: Medical workers, including nurses, doctors, hospital aides, pharmacists and other related jobs.
• Saturday, April 14 - Sunday, April 15: Retail or Sales Employees, including sales clerks, stock clerk, cashiers and other related jobs.
Rest Easy! Jackson Hewitt Will Get it Done!
Though the deadline to file is fast approaching, there’s no need for consumers to panic. There is still ample time to take advantage of the tax knowledge and fast, accurate service at Jackson Hewitt.
In anticipation of meeting with a preparer, taxpayers should gather such critical items as their wage statements (Form W2), social security card, driver’s license, and the dates of birth and social security numbers for any dependents. A handy “What To Bring” checklist noting all the documents needed to get started on a return can be found on the Jackson Hewitt web site at
www.jacksonhewitt.com, or by simply stopping in at any local Jackson Hewitt office.
A tax preparer can help identify important potential tax benefits that may be available to consumers, such as special credits related to energy efficient home improvements or refunds available through the new Federal Telephone Excise Tax Credit.
To assist all last-minute tax filers, Jackson Hewitt locations will offer extended hours throughout the final weeks and up until the tax deadline – with select locations open until midnight and even around the clock during those final two days, April 16 and 17. To reach an office near you to learn hours of operation or schedule an appointment, please call 1-800-234-1040 or visit
www.jacksonhewitt.com.
About Jackson Hewitt Tax Service Inc.Jackson Hewitt Tax Service Inc., with over 6,500 franchised and company-owned offices throughout the United States during the 2007 tax season, is an industry leader providing full service individual federal and state income tax preparation. Most offices are independently owned and operated. The Company is based in Parsippany, New Jersey. More information may be obtained at
www.jacksonhewitt.com. To locate the Jackson Hewitt Tax Service office nearest to you, call 1-800-234-1040.