H&R Block

H&R Block is the most popular brand name in tax preparing. However, you should not assume that H&R Block is the best service for you. At Tax Prep 101 we urge you to consider a few factors before you decide the tax preparer or tax preparation method that is best for you.

H&R Block has a number of services that are quite attractive. They provide fast, easy tax preparation with a simple interview process. In a face-to-face interview with an H&R Block representative you will be asked simple interview questions and you will get quick advice to help you file the return that best suits your needs.

H&R Block is also accessible. You simply walk into any office and wait for an available representative. As long as you have all your paper work you can begin filing a tax return.

H&R Block also offers a "maximum refund guarantee." If you find that you are entitled to a larger refund than the one H&R Block files for you they will refund their fee as long as you claim this during the same calendar year.

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These are all wonderful conveniences to filing with H&R Block. They can take a lot of the headache out of doing your tax return. However, many professionals take a critical view of H&R Block.

CPAs and other professionals are fully trained in taxes. A little known fact is that not all H&R Block representatives are certified agents or enrolled agents fully trained in tax law. H&R Block does not require their Tax Interviewers to be certified or enrolled agents; this is one reason why H&R Block representatives are easily available.

The "maximum refund guarantee" cancels criticisms of H&R Block's thoroughness. But H&R Block is not likely to make mistakes on the vast majority of common returns. Still, there are a number of consumer reports stating H&R Block did not file all entitled deductions.

H&R Block is also criticized for persuading consumers to purchase refund anticipation loans (RALs). Tax Prep 101 discourages our readers from purchasing this over-priced, problematic service.

For self-employed and more complex forms we recommend you seek out a qualified professional. You can ask your H&R Block representative about his or her qualifications as well. Note that the IRS is not likely to point out that you deserve a larger refund than the one you filed for. It is a statistical fact that many Americans overpay taxes.

If you have a complex tax return, and you want it filled out by someone who really knows their tax laws, shelters and other refund information, we recommend you look around and get a lot of information before you make your choice. You could save a lot of money. For more information, please refer to our page on professional tax preparers.