Jackson Hewitt Tax Service – Four Corners Urges Taxpayers to be Aware of Commonly Overlooked Deductions

Silver Spring, MD, March 06, 2009 --(PR.com)-- In this economy, every dollar counts. Jackson Hewitt Tax Service® - Four Corners office urges taxpayers to be aware of the most commonly overlooked deductions that may help increase their refund or keep more money in their pockets this tax season.

“One way to help maximize your dollars is to claim all relevant tax credits and deductions when filing your annual income tax return,” said John J. Lah, MBA, CFA the Franchise Owner. “Given the economic slowdown, there are new tax law changes that could help the average taxpayer save money, and it is very important that no deduction or credit get left behind.”

Jackson Hewitt – Four Corners office highlights some of the most commonly overlooked deductions:

Deductions related to changes in life, such as getting married, having a baby, adopting a child or taking a new job
Interest paid on a student loan
Alimony payments
Medical transportation expenses, including tolls, parking and mileage for trips to health facilities, doctors’ offices or laboratories
Hearing aids, eye glasses and contact lens
Payments made for health insurance by the self-employed
Contributions to a retirement savings account like an IRA
Work-related expenses for handicapped individuals
Required uniforms and work clothes that are otherwise not suitable for street wear
Business gifts up to $25 per customer or client
Mileage incurred performing charitable activities
Select home office expenses (if the home is your primary place of business)

"Most consumers are unaware of all the tax considerations that may apply to their situations. With hundreds of changes to existing tax laws the chances of missing deductions are much higher this year," said John J. Lah, MBA, CFA. "Working with a knowledgeable tax preparer that is educated on the tax code is one of the best ways to ensure you claim all of the deductions you deserve.”

Tax preparers at the Jackson Hewitt Four Corners office are ready to assist individuals in claiming the deductions they are eligible for when preparing and filing a 2008 income tax return.

For more information, or to schedule an appointment, please call (301) 681-7180. Offices are open Mon – Sat from 9am – 8pm. Additional details on deductions and credits as well as other tax tip resources can be found at www.jacksonhewitt.com.

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