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Transport Workers Tax Service, LLC specializes in Tax Return Preparation for the Merchant Marine Industry. Tax law currently allows substantial deductions for Transportation Workers who are required to travel away from their "tax home" in the course of business. TWTS will maximize your deductions with a minimum amount of paperwork and record keeping on your part. Our commitment to you is based on the highest of professional accounting standards. We will anticipate your needs and work to exceed your expectations. We will always have your best interests in mind and work with you to help you reach your financial goals. Due to the recent crack down by the I.R.S. and Department of Justice, now more then ever it is important that you choose a preparer that takes only legitimate deductions. To see the full case against Marty Kapp of Sailor Tax, please click HERE. Our fees are well below our competitors who also specialize in Transportation Tax Preparation. The reason for this is that we offer a "tiered" pricing schedule. The cost of preparing your tax return is directly related to its complexity. Click HERE to download the 2006 Tax Organizer. There are many things that can trigger an audit. One is using a preparer that is under scrutiny by the Department of Justice or labeled a "problem preparer" by the IRS. There are recent events that can impact what deductions are valid and legitimate. A court case ruling as recently as October 23, 2006 of a Marty Kapp ferryboat client once again emphasizes that mariners are not allowed to deduct 100% of meals while on board the vessel. As a merchant mariner you can be assured that we have researched your industry to ensure that you are including all of your allowable deductions on your return. Did you realize that when you are reimbursed by your shipping company many of them are including the reimbursement in your W-2 income? You need to off-set that with your out of pocket expenses. We track many vessels and are very familiar with the out-of-pocket expenditures you incur as merchant mariners. Do NOT forgo legitimate deductions!