H & R Block

[Kingofalldems]

Are they competent? Need to do taxes but am leary of them. Thanks.

[Book Lover]

1. Competent but pricey

If you could do something like Taxact, I'd recommend them instead.

[Orrex]

2. Seconded

I used them last year and this year without the slightest problem, and each time I got my refund in about 12 days.

[trof]

3. Saw a funny sign in front yard of a local CPA:

"Don't be a BLOCKhead. Let us do your taxes."
Why not use TaxAct online?
Fed is free.
They only charge for state.
Cheap and esay.

[Kingofalldems]

4. Mine is way too complicated

I wouldn't trust myself to do it online.

[trof]

6. Ours was, kinda.

Miz t. has a tiny inherited interest in an oil and gas well.
Royalties, depletion allowance, etc.
Pretty complicated.
They dealt with it.

[Pavulon]

5. Depends on your return

if you have a simple return it is easier to use a software package. If your return is itemized or you have other things that make it complicated pay a CPA. They do not cost much more than tax service but are generally more competent.

My experience.

[ileus]

7. Cost me 265 last year....every year they go up.

[triguy46]

8. If its really complicated, I would suggest a CPA....

because HR Block is hiring seasonal workers with minimal training, who are following a software script. If it is involved you need a pro.

[WCGreen]

9. They charge way too much...

I'm in the business and I charge about $ 50 - $ 100 for most simple Fed State and Local tax packages...

H&R charges anywhere from 150 - 300 for the same service...