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Let part of your refund cover tax prep fees and get the rest with a check, prepaid card or through direct deposit.* Just ask us about Pay-by-Refund when you begin your taxes with us.

  • File your tax returns early and get your refund as soon as possible.
  • Start your taxes right away without paying anything out-of-pocket.
  • Choose to receive your refund with a check, prepaid card, or through direct deposit – no bank account needed.
  • Gain peace of mind with identity theft protection.
Q. What is the pay-by-refund tax service?

A. Our pay-by-refund tax service allows you to have your tax preparation fees deducted directly from your tax refund, rather than paying upfront out of pocket.

Q. How is my refund used to pay your tax preparation fees?

A. Your tax preparation fees are deducted electronically from your tax refund, with the remaining balance disbursed to you via check, direct deposit or a Prepaid Visa® Card.

Q. Am I eligible for the pay-by-refund service?

A. Most clients who are expecting a tax refund can use our pay-by-refund service. Eligibility typically depends on the complexity of your tax situation.

Q. What happens if my tax refund is less than expected?

A. If your tax refund is less than the total fees owed to our firm, you are responsible for paying the difference separately.

Q. What are the advantages of your pay-by-refund service?

A. The primary benefit of this service is that you're able to maintain tax filing compliance and pay our fees each year without spending any money up-front.

* Pay-by-Refund service fees apply. These fees are in addition to fees for tax preparation and will also be deducted from your tax refund. The rest of your refund is yours to enjoy.