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    Yacht crew served across private & charter vessels worldwide
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    What yacht crew say about MFS
    Real stories from crew whose IRS and tax problems were resolved.
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    Deckhand
    “I had three years of unfiled U.S. returns from working seasons and avoiding the IRS. MFS pulled my contracts and travel history together, filed everything, and set up a payment plan I can actually afford. No more panic when I see ‘IRS’ in my inbox.”
    Deckhand – Caribbean / Med
    Non-filer case brought current
    Chief Stew
    “Other crew told me ‘you don’t pay U.S. tax if you’re always offshore’ and that almost cost me a lot. Justin explained FEIE and fixed my state residency so I’m finally filed correctly and not guessing based on dock gossip.”
    Chief Stewardess – Dual season yacht
    FEIE & residency planning
    Captain
    “I got multiple IRS letters saying I under-reported income from 1099 contracts. MFS amended my returns, responded to the CP2000 and the case was closed without me having to call the IRS once.”
    Captain – 40m motor yacht
    CP2000 / 1099 clean-up
    Engineer
    “An old U.S. tax debt became a federal lien while I was working overseas. Justin dealt with the IRS for me, set up a realistic plan, and walked me through what it means for my credit and future visa applications.”
    Chief Engineer – U.S. citizen abroad
    IRS balance & lien resolved
    Freelance stew
    “Between daywork, tips and freelance trips, my income was all over the place and always paid as 1099. MFS set me up properly as a business, told me what I can actually deduct, and filed my return so I’m not gambling with the IRS anymore.”
    Freelance Stewardess – U.S. based
    1099 crew & deductions
    Yacht couple
    “We both work on the same yacht and needed clean U.S. returns for a mortgage and future visas. Our income was in euros, tips, and boat accounts. Justin translated all of that into exactly what the bank and lawyer wanted to see.”
    Chief Officer & Chief Stew – same vessel
    Returns for mortgage & immigration
    Non-U.S. crew
    “I’m not American but got paid from a U.S. company and started receiving IRS letters. MFS explained exactly how my situation works, filed what needed to be filed, and made sure I’m not double-taxed in two countries.”
    Deck / Engineer – foreign crew
    Cross-border tax guidance
    Purser / boat manager
    “When I took over as purser, crew payroll and U.S. filings were a mess. MFS reviewed our 941s, corrected the mistakes and put in a system where crew get paid correctly and the IRS gets the right numbers.”
    Purser – managed fleet
    Payroll & 941 compliance review
    Chef
    “I racked up thousands in penalties because I was offshore every time a deadline came around. MFS built a reasonable cause case and got a huge part of the penalties removed. I wish I’d called earlier.”
    Chef – 55m motor yacht
    IRS penalty abatement approved
    Bosun
    “I needed proof for immigration that my U.S. tax situation was clean. The MFS U.S. Digital Nomad Tax Clearance Certificate was exactly what the consulate asked for and it didn’t hold up my visa.”
    Bosun – rotational contract
    Tax Clearance Certificate issued
    Captain
    “Because my income is all international and from different flags, I was told I’d be ‘audit bait’. Justin structured everything, prepared documentation and logs, and the IRS accepted my filings with no audit.”
    Captain – private vessel
    Audit risk reduced with planning
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    McGregor Financial Services (MFS) provides specialized tax preparation services for yacht crew, marine businesses, and owners. Whether you need help filing a 1040 form, 1099 form, 1099-NEC, or W-2/W-9 tax form, our team simplifies the process of efile tax returns, income tax planning, and payroll tax management.

    Clients searching for a “tax preparer near me,” “CPA near me,” or “tax services near me” rely on MFS for accurate filing, compliance with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), and guidance on everything from capital gains tax, inheritance tax, and property tax to self-employment tax and small business accounting.

    We support marine professionals and small businesses with paycheck calculators, payroll calculators, sales tax calculators, federal income tax calculators, and refund tracking tools, ensuring that tax season is stress-free. Whether you’re dealing with an amended tax return, franchise tax board notices, excise tax, estate tax, or federal withholding tax, our advisors deliver clarity and compliance every step of the way.

    Why MFS?

    MFS was founded to reintroduce practicality to accounting in the Marine Industry, despite the overwhelming presence of technology.

    We believe in maintaining the highest standards of integrity while offering personalized, reliable financial solutions that truly serve our clients' needs, ensuring they can navigate their financial futures with clarity and peace of mind.


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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Do yacht crew need to file U.S. taxes even if they work overseas?
    Yes. If you're a U.S. citizen or resident, you must file taxes regardless of where the yacht travels. You may qualify for exclusions like FEIE, but filing is still required.
    What documents do I need to get started?
    Most crew only need their W-2, 1099s, contracts, payslips, passport stamp dates, and any foreign income records. Marine businesses may need bookkeeping, payroll, and expense summaries.
    Can you help if I haven’t filed for multiple years?
    Absolutely. MFS specializes in multi-year cleanup, IRS notices, and late returns. We can review transcripts, prepare missing filings, and help you become compliant.
    How do I upload my tax documents securely?
    All uploads are handled inside your secure TaxDome portal. It supports file uploads, e-signatures, messaging, and step-by-step tasks.
    Do you work with yacht owners and marine businesses?
    Yes — we support service shops, brokers, vessel LLCs, charter companies, and marine suppliers with bookkeeping, payroll, sales tax, and business returns.
    What if I'm offshore or in a different time zone?
    Not a problem. Everything is digital. You can complete onboarding, messaging, uploads, and approvals from anywhere in the world — even mid-crossing.
    How long does the tax preparation process take?
    For crew, most returns are completed within 3–7 business days once all documents are received. Marine business returns may take slightly longer depending on bookkeeping.
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