How to Become a Self-Employed Tax P... Aug 31, 2009
How to Become a Self-Employed Tax Preparer. How to Become a Self-Employed Tax Preparer. (Suite101.com)
U.S. Stocks Advance on Better-Than-Estimated Confidence, Housing Reports Aug 30, 2009
Brown-Forman Corp., Ciena Corp. and H&R Block Inc. are the S&P 500 companies scheduled to report earnings next week. Employers cut jobs in August at a slower pace and manufacturing advanced for the first time in more than a year, economists forecast reports next week will show. (Bloomberg -- US)
Sierra Vista Police report Aug 20, 2009
6:09 a.m. A report of criminal damage at H&R Block, 100 W. Fry Blvd. The rear glass door was broken. 12:22 p.m. A man, 37, and a woman, 22, were arrested on accusations of domestic violence after police were called to Gas City, 3999 E. Fry Blvd. Both were booked into the county jail. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Read 'Cost of Freedom' recap Aug 18, 2009
Look, H&R Block screwed up its own corporate tax returns. Congress set up its own personal IRS office on Capitol Hill to figure out the tax code. (Fox News)
Breeden's Big Picks Are Less Than Jewels Aug 17, 2009
An analysis of Breeden's eponymous hedge fund reveals that while he may be capable of high-profile power grabs of entities like tax-preparation company H&R Block and jeweler Zale Corp., he's losing money in several top positions, including ones he's spent the most time and money battling ... Meanwhile, H&R Block, Breeden's biggest investment, is trading around 17 a share, but the former SEC chairman began buying shares in 2006, when the stock was trading closer to 24 a share, according to... (New York Post -- Business)
Tax Professional Aug 13, 2009
Build Your Future Your Way at H&R Block ... H&R Block is the worlds largest tax services provider and a leader in tax preparation ... Each year, H&R Block employs thousands of seasonal and part-time associates as Tax Preparers in their branch offices, nationwide. (Florida Today)
Some companies left behind in bull's dust Aug 12, 2009
Real solutions for your real estate needs. Choose from the selections below. (USA Today -- Money)
Stock questions? Ask Matt Aug 11, 2009
Rising tide has lifted most boats, but these stocks sank - USATODAY.com. Rising tide has lifted most boats, but these stocks sank. (USA Today -- Money)
Refund Anticipation Loans Take Hit Some See as Fatal Aug 4, 2009
"In particular H&R Block has been trying to improve its image. It's possible that they're not pushing it as hard as they used to.". Indeed, Richard Breeden, H&R Block Inc.'s chairman, reportedly told investors in January, "RALs are doing a pretty good job of killing themselves.". (American Banker)
RSM McGladrey sues McGladrey & Pullen Jul 25, 2009
RSM McGladrey, the accounting subsidiary of Kansas City-based H&R Block (NYSE: HRB), filed a lawsuit in Minnesota state court late Thursday against Bloomington, Minn ... In addition, M&P has credit lines through H&R Block ... Dave Scudder, managing partner at M&P, said in a statement Friday that he was disappointed H&R Block chose to pursue litigation. (Twin Cities Business Journal, MN)
AHA Board Elects John Bluford Chair-Elect Designate Jul 24, 2009
Bluford currently serves on the boards of the Morehouse School of Medicine in Atlanta, the University of Missouri-Kansas City, DeCare International and H&R Block Bank. Bluford earned a master's of business administration from Northwestern University in Chicago and his bachelor's degree from Fisk University in Nashville. (PR Newswire)
McGladrey & Pullen wants out of partnership with RSM Jul 24, 2009
-based McGladrey & Pullen says it wants to terminate a partnership agreement with RSM McGladrey Inc., which is a subsidiary of H&R Block ... based H&R Block confirmed Wednesday that it had received notice of M&P s intent to terminate. (Triangle Business Journal)
McGladrey & Pullen will end service agreement with H&R Block Jul 22, 2009
said in a release that its audit practice is an independent, partner-owned firm but that it has received related professional services from Kansas City-based H&R Block (NYSE: HRB) through Block s subsidiary since 1999. McGladrey & Pullen said that it expects to take at least seven months to fully discontinue its relationships with RSM McGladrey and H&R Block and that it expects its clients to be unaffected by the process. (Twin Cities Business Journal, MN)
Today in History Jul 21, 2009
Richard Bloch, co-founder of H&R Block, the world's largest tax preparer, died in Kansas City, Mo. at age 78. (Yahoo News)
Tax audit chances rise as deficit hits $1 trillion Jul 20, 2009
"In times when more revenue is needed and the tax gap widens, absolutely the IRS is going to step up audits," said Jackie Perlman, a tax analyst for H&R Block's Tax Institute, which provides research, analysis and interpretation of federal and state tax laws ... The soft notice, like all correspondence from the IRS, should be taken very seriously and dealt with quickly, said Perlman, the H&R Block analyst. (North County Times)
Ex-Pimco's Palghat to Double Assets in Kapstream Fixed-Interest Hedge Fund Jul 20, 2009
The Absolute Return Income Fund, with about A$400 million in assets now, is 60 percent to 70 percent invested in corporate debt including Pfizer Inc., Philip Morris International Inc. and H&R Block Inc. Palghat said hes adding to the portfolio of Australian bank subordinated debt by buying bonds issued outside the country. Another 20 percent of the fund is invested in cash and liquid assets including bank bills and government-guaranteed notes. (Bloomberg -- Australia & New Zealand)
YouTube's Jordan Hoffner on Metadata, Paid Keywords and Advertising Jul 18, 2009
Now I'm thinking about this because I know that Eileen Naughton spoke at a previous conference that we covered at Omma Video, and she talked about Wal-Mart and H&R Block, for instance, being marketers who have actual channels on YouTube. Now I went and tested that out and put Wal-Mart in there and, of course, you'll get some negative videos on there about Wal-Mart, sort of like Gary Vainer checks Wine Library TV when he answers his iPhone during it. (Multichannel News)
Arguments Against the FairTax Jul 14, 2009
In addition to this, companies such as H&R Block would be out of business if they could not adjust their practice to a new area. With the Flat Tax, H&R Block and others would probably remain in business because people may need help filling out the income tax form proposed. (Suite101.com)
Truckies, sparkies in taxman's sights Jul 13, 2009
One of the chief means for scrutinising claims involves data matching, said Frank Brass, a spokesman for the tax accountants H&R Block. Workers in the targeted occupations, whose claims far exceed those of their peers, can expect to receive letters alerting them to possible aberrations in their returns. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Ugly End to Wall Streets Stellar Jul 1, 2009
H&R Block (HRB) saw its shares jump a day after the largest U.S. tax preparer beat the Street with a 26% jump in earnings. The companys earnings guidance also topped estimates. (Fox News)
Adobe Systems, Apollo Group, General Mills, H&R Block: U.S. Equity Preview Jun 30, 2009
Adobe Systems, Apollo, Ctrip, H&R Block: U.S. Equity Preview - Bloomberg ... Adobe Systems, Apollo, Ctrip, H&R Block: U.S. Equity Preview. (Bloomberg -- US)
BUSINESS BRIEFS Jun 30, 2009
H&R Block said profit rose 26 percent to 706. 9 million in the quarter, or 2. (New York Post -- Business)
Earnings Preview: H&R Block Inc. Jun 27, 2009
Financial services company H&R Block Inc. is scheduled to report earnings for its fiscal fourth quarter Monday afternoon ... OVERVIEW: Kansas City-based H&R Block, the nation's largest tax preparer, relies on its third and fourth quarters to generate the majority of its annual revenue and profits as they coincide with the U.S. federal income tax filing season ... H&R Block fared a little better on the tax return front, reporting in April that total tax returns prepared slipped 3. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
H&R Block hiring to prepare for tax season Jun 27, 2009
Interested candidates have to complete H&R Block s (: HRB) 69-hour income tax course ... In a tight job market, this course is a good opportunity to learn fresh skills that could lead to a new career, said Michael Smith, H&R Block District Manager in Memphis ... H&R Block was established in 1955. (Memphis Business Journal, TN)
Campbell Mithun loses H&R Block account Jun 23, 2009
Minneapolis-based Campbell Mithun had held the H&R Block account for about nine years ... H&R Block President and CEO Russ Smyth has worked with DDB before ... Prior to joining H&R Block in August 2008, Smyth spent 21 years at Oak Brook, Ill. (Twin Cities Business Journal, MN)
GoDaddy.com "Genie" Jun 19, 2009
H&R Block shifts creative duties to DDB from Campbell Mithun without a review. 1. (AdWeek)
Great Work-from-Home Careers Jun 18, 2009
Free training is often provided by companies like H&R Block and Jackson Hewitt. It may also be beneficial for an aspiring tax preparer to take two or three college level accounting courses. (Suite101.com)
Republic Bancorp's 38% Gain May Sputter as Lucrative Tax Loans Draw Fire Jun 16, 2009
H&R Block Chairman said in January that his company is preparing for the inevitable. RALs are doing a pretty good job of killing themselves, he said. (Bloomberg -- US)
Wal-Mart Neighborhood Market Coming to Largo Jun 6, 2009
Wal-Mart Neighborhood Market will join over 15 local, regional and national retailers including Omega Cabinets & Granite, Tuesday Morning, Blockbuster, Fantastic Sams, Allstate, H&R Block, Edward Jones and a new Regions Bank. About Edens & Avant. (PR Newswire)
IRS to Propose New Tax Preparer Standards Jun 5, 2009
The changes could affect chain tax-preparation companies, including H&R Block Inc. (HRB), Jackson Hewitt Tax Service Inc. (JTX) and Liberty Tax Service, and multitudes of self-employed preparers ... H&R Block, the largest tax-preparation firm, also welcomed the IRS announcement. (SmartMoney)
IRS considers licensing tax preparers Jun 5, 2009
WASHINGTON - The Internal Revenue Service is considering registering or licensing paid tax preparers such as H&R Block Inc. and Jackson Hewitt Tax Service Inc. as part of a broad review of the way Americans file tax returns, Commissioner Doug Shulman said. Shulman told a House Ways and Means subcommittee yesterday that he may recommend new regulations for preparers to help recover an estimated $290 billion in uncollected taxes. (Boston Globe)
Allow procrastinators to vote, too Jun 4, 2009
Black Friday shoppers and H&R Block employees aside, some events are simply not in the forefront of our minds a month out. Surely we cannot blame the millions of New Englanders who paid closer attention to the Red Sox's historic World Series run in 2004 than a looming registration deadline in early October. (Yahoo News)
Douglas Little League standings Jun 3, 2009
H&R Block -------------------------------------------------9-0. Food City --------------------------------------------------4-4. (Douglas Daily Dispatch, AZ)
The fight over open source 'leeches' Jun 2, 2009
For example, Rosenberg notes that Bank of America, H&R Block, and J.P. Morgan not only pay for what they use, but contribute code back to various projects. The polarized open source "community" It's not surprising that the discussion has become so polarized. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
COLUMN: Even at Lake Mattoon, rules apply to the bird brains amongst us Jun 1, 2009
Tom Andres wrote on May 31, 2009 9:10 AM:" Harry, after bashing Bush/Cheney for eight long years, I'm surprised you claim not to know the true meaning of redundant. LOL. There are two reasons I harp on Penny to research and opine on The Fair Tax. The first reason is that, while her columns are fun to read, they typically belong on the features page, not the editorials page. The second reason, while I'd like to write a letter on The Fair Tax, I am limited to only 400 words published at 30-day... (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Survive those taxing times Jun 1, 2009
H&R Block regional director Frank Brass says the financial crisis may cause some investors to make incorrect claims for losses, inadvertently or otherwise. "There are many losses that are on paper. People need to have actually incurred the loss before they can claim it," Brass says. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Small CPA firms fight big companies in taxing battle May 26, 2009
H&R Block added 1,300 offices this year, bringing its bright green signs to 11,000 locations. "We are part of Main Street America. We align ourselves where everyday people do everyday business," said Janine Smiley, spokeswoman for H&R Block ... Among H&R Block's strategies to remain the largest of the national tax services are coupons and scratch-off cards offering winners prizes such as music CDs, discounts on services and, to a lucky few, double their refund up to $10,000. (Buffalo Business First, NY)
Geraldine M. Jurak May 19, 2009
She was a manager with H&R Block. She enjoyed her flower garden, crocheting and bowling. (The Herald-Palladium)
$250 stimulus checks only a loan for many May 8, 2009
Jackie Perlman, an analyst with the Tax Institute at H&R Block, said taxpayers should check their federal withholding to make sure sufficient taxes are being taken out of their pay. Married couples in which both spouses work might consider having taxes withheld at the higher rate for single filers. (Yahoo News -- Politics)
Obituary: Nancy R. Franchek May 5, 2009
She also worked in both Boston and Worcester counties as a general legal office manager/bookkeeper as well as a tax preparation supervisor for H&R Block. Mostly, however, she was devoted to her mother, Sue McCulla, and her three grandchildren. (Beacon Villager, MA)
Obama tax credit may actually cost at tax time May 1, 2009
But taxpayers who calculate their withholding so they get only small refunds could face an unwelcome tax bill next April, said Jackie Perlman, an analyst with the Tax Institute at H&R Block. "They are going to get a surprise," she said. (AZCentral -- News)
Seattle ad agency bucks industrys national slump Apr 28, 2009
Clients include H&R Block, which wanted to reach more customers who are in the do-it-yourself mode ... If anyone texted ChaCha with a tax-related question during tax season, the response came back with a H&R Block-sponsored message and link to H&R Block. (Puget Sound Business Journal, WA)
Real Estate Plunge Spreads To Malls Apr 17, 2009
My wife still likes the mall atmosphere so we went there to do taxes at H&R block ... Out of curiosity we called a local small branch of H&R block in a tiny little building,guess what $50. (CBS News)
If you cant pay your taxes, dont hide from IRS Apr 15, 2009
The worst thing you can ever do with the IRS is ignore them, said Jackie Perlman, an analyst with the Tax Institute at H&R Block. They dont like to be ignored. (MSNBC -- Business)
Economic downturn has more taxpayers doing their own taxes Apr 15, 2009
H&R Block, the nation's largest tax-preparation company, recently reported that returns prepared at its retail outlets were down 6 ... In addition, both TurboTax and H&R Block eliminated a separate charge for e-filing from their desktop programs, he says. (USA Today -- Money)
Pirner: Year-end strategies for a happier tax return Apr 13, 2009
With the year s end fast approaching, H&R Block reminds taxpayers there s still time to minimize your tax bill for 2008 and build a strong financial base for 2009 ... Jeff Pirner is a district manager with H&R Block in Boston. (Medford Transcript, MA)
Stimulus plan means bigger paychecks, but make sure your tax withholding is adequate Apr 10, 2009
Not knowing how the withholding change affects you "could lead to a costly tax bill," said Amy McAnarney, of the Tax Institute at H&R Block ... H&R Block offices also offer a free W-4 checkup regardless of whether you're a customer. (Boston Globe)
Accountants cash in on bonus time Apr 9, 2009
H&R Block said its business had doubled and it had to take on extra casual staff before the regular tax season, beginning July 1 ... H&R Block's regional director, Frank Brass, said that among the rush was a high proportion of people who had been out of the tax system for the past two to three years. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
20% of Adults Use Software, Internet Services to Prepare Their Income Tax Returns Apr 8, 2009
Fully 50% of adults report that they use professional help -- such as on-site specialists like H&R Block, a CPA or a tax professional -- in preparing their returns. Moreover, a mere 13% prepare their personal Federal returns in the simplest way: personally and manually. (PR Newswire)
Tax changes may mean bigger paycheck Apr 7, 2009
"Not knowing or taking the time to understand how the withholding change affects them, could lead to a costly tax bill," said Amy McAnarney, executive director of the Tax Institute at H&R Block ... H&R Block offices also offer a free W-4 checkup regardless of whether you're a customer, McAnarney said ... H&R Block conducted a survey last month indicating 44 percent of taxpayers haven't adjusted their W-4 in three or more years. (MSNBC -- Business)
The Mighty Acorn Apr 4, 2009
Now two whistleblowers, Anita MonCrief and Marcel Reid, who used to work for ACORN have testified under oath before the House Judiciary Committee that the organization took money to intimidate capitalist organizations like the Carlyle Group and H&R Block, and worked closely with the Obama presidential campaign to get voters to the polls. It is here where the story begins to rise to the next level. (Human Events Online)
00004000Another Obama Nominee Has Tax Issues Apr 1, 2009
Didn't she use turbo tax or H&R Block ... Didn't she use turbo tax or H&R Block. (CBS News)
Stimulus provides tax breaks for first-time homebuyers Mar 30, 2009
Word is getting out about the first-time homebuyers, tax credit, said Kathy Kircher senior tax advisor with H&R Block. The passing of the stimulus changes the previous year s tax credit for homeowners from up to 7,500 that had to be paid back, to up to 8,000 that does not. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Businesses try different techniques to stave off economic turbulence Mar 29, 2009
H&R Block is providing free reviews of completed tax returns today at its branches ... Taxpayers were invited to bring in their 2008 tax returns and their previous three years' returns for H&R Block tax professionals to evaluate and check for errors. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Oconee County police blotter Mar 25, 2009
Burglary: On March 16, deputy Byron Smith was dispatched to the H&R Block office on Epps Bridge Road, where an employee said she arrived at work that morning to find a back door was pried open. A 42-inch JVC flatscreen television was taken, along with a DVD player and a copy of the movie "Over the Hedge." The employee said an Athens H&R Block office had been burglarized the same way. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Portsmouth area community calendar Mar 23, 2009
Tax professionals from H&R Block: will offer a free tax talk at Kittery Recreation Center, 2 Cole St., at 6 p.m., Tuesday, March 24. The topic will be the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, which involves many changes in tax benefits. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
ACORN Whistleblowers Produce Shocking Testimony on Capitol Hill Mar 23, 2009
Targets of the protests included Sherwin-Williams, H&R Block, Jackson Hewitt, and Money Mart among others, testimony revealed. The apparent purpose was to get money from the targeted entities for ACORN.. (Human Events Online)
Tax tips for the jobless: Five things to consider Mar 14, 2009
As the recession deepens and more Canadians lose their jobs, there are things the newly unemployed should know about the tax implications associated with employment insurance, severance payments and pension entitlements, Calgary-based H&R Block Canada said in a tip sheet Friday ... Employment insurance: Repeat claimants are required to pay back part of their benefits if their net annual income exceeds $51,375, H&R Block says ... RRSP withdrawals: Deciding to withdraw funds from your RRSP account... (Globe and Mail -- Business)
Couple celebrates 50th anniversary Mar 13, 2009
Rosamond works two part-time jobs; as a tax preparer with H&R Block and a shipping clerk with Middleburg Tobacco Warehouse. They enjoy traveling in their motor home. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Tapping into social networking Mar 11, 2009
"When a large organisation in say, the financial services sector, starts from scratch, they may be going against their current customer style, and so customers will be sceptical,'' he says. Indeed, many professionals are the trailblazers and larger companies, such as H&R Block in the US, already offer free tax advice on Second Life and tweet regularly on Twitter on the subject. Futurecaster, author and professional speaker Craig Rispin, of www.futuretrendsgroup.com, says that while some... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
H&R Block posts profit, higher revenue Mar 8, 2009
That same day, Block closed on the $278 million purchase of 621 office locations from H&R Block Houston, which generated about $140 million in revenue in fiscal 2008. Block sold its H&R Block Financial Advisors unit on Nov. 3 to for $360 million ... While the fiscal fourth quarter is always the critical driver for H&R Block s annual performance, we are nonetheless pleased with our results notwithstanding the headwinds in the broader economy. (Wichita Business Journal, KS)
Nevada tax preparer accused of stealing refunds Mar 7, 2009
Authorities say she worked as a tax preparer for H&R Block offices in the Reno area and Truckee, Calif ... If you had your taxes done by H&R Block in Reno or Truckee in the last year, authorities suggest contacting the IRS to see if there was a fraudulent tax return filed in your name. (KRNV.com, NV)
H&R Block reports 3Q profit Mar 6, 2009
H&R Block Inc. says it had a third-quarter profit as it prepared more tax returns in the early season and saw smaller losses from discontinued operations ... By comparison, H&R Block lost $47. (Yahoo News)
Tax Topics to Grab Home Owners and Buyers Mar 6, 2009
A tax expert from H&R Block and the top editor of Kiplinger s will discuss the $8,000 home buyer tax credit, proposed changes to the mortgage interest deduction, the impact of declining housing values on taxes, and new energy efficiency tax breaks. The show can be heard online at and airs on satellite radio via America s Talk, XM Channel 158, Saturdays, 5-7 p.m. ET; Talk Radio, XM Channel 165, Saturdays, 1-3 p.m. ET; and Stars, Sirius-XM Channel 102, Saturdays, 6-8 a.m. and Sundays, 9-11 a.m.. (Realtor Magazine Online)
Read 'Cost of Freedom' recap Mar 3, 2009
Gary B. Smith: H&R Block easing your taxes. " " up 30 percent by year end. (Fox News)
