ncfitzge 0 #1 February 5, 2007 So, as a military member, I am able to use HR Block online for free. I go through the entire process and e-file my paperwork. I went back the next day to check the status and make sure the IRS has accepted it and I noticed my refund amount had changed. So I send an email to the "Tax Expert" and I get an email back saying that they some times put a hold on my credit card before charging the payment I owe the IRS. Keep in mind, I never gave them my credit card, nor owe any money. So I sent them an email asking if they would actually read my previous email and I all I get is call the IRS. Now if I remember correctly by the adds, don't they say they will handle the IRS if there are any problems? Or am I just smoking crack again....#148 Sonic Scrat "Have you ever kissed a rabbit between the eyes?" Woodpecker pulling out his pants pockets to the waitress Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
popsjumper 2 #2 February 5, 2007 Sounds like a form letter to me. Go talk to them in person at an office. IMHO, I think H&R Block sucks.My reality and yours are quite different. I think we're all Bozos on this bus. Falcon5232, SCS8170, SCSA353, POPS9398, DS239 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
d_squared431 0 #3 February 5, 2007 I use HR every year but I go into a branch. They are supposed to be there for you so you don't have to deal with the IRS. It might be different since you did it on line thou-.TPM Sister#130ONTIG#1 I love vodka.I love vodka cause it rhymes with Tuaca~LisaH You having a clean thought is like billyvance having a clean post.iluvtofly Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stitch 0 #4 February 5, 2007 You need a box to talk to. "No cookies for you"- GFD "I don't think I like the sound of that" ~ MB65 Don't be a "Racer Hater" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Katzeye 0 #5 February 5, 2007 HR sucks - use turbotax.com, isn't free but it is solid and worthwhile! Is a chicken omelette redundant? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hollyhjb 0 #6 February 5, 2007 TurboTax has a freedom version that you can use for free if you fit the requirements. So if anyone is super poor like me you can use that. "I reject your reality and substitute my own" ~Adam Savage Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
crapflinger2000 1 #7 February 5, 2007 I concur, HR Block is shady... not only was there an expose in the national media awhile back about how they basically ignored tax rules and basically just made stuff up as they went along (FYI, the guys doing your taxes are NOT accountants, just regular joe-sixpacks who have undergone some sort of training), but my GF had a similar first hand experience, where the tax guy basically said, "Oh, you didn't do any charitable donations? Well, let's just put down $500 anyway". FYI, even if the tax preparer basically counsels fraud, as this guy did, HE is not the one to go to jail if you get caught. YOU are, since you sign the return verifying everything is correct. __________________________________________________ What would Vic Mackey do? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
woodpecker 0 #8 February 5, 2007 stop fucking around and use taxslayer.com free for military and it took them 7 days to get me my return.SONIC WOODY #146 There is a fine line between cockiness and confidence -- which side of the line are you on? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JohnnyD 0 #9 February 5, 2007 QuoteI noticed my refund amount had changed. .... By how much and in which direction? May be nothing serious at all. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jayruss 0 #10 February 6, 2007 you should use a CPA, one who provides audit assurance . . . our office takes care of all IRS correspondence so the client doesn't have too __________________________________________________ "Beware how you take away hope from another human being." -Oliver Wendell Holmes Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ladyskydiver 0 #11 February 6, 2007 Quoteyou should use a CPA, one who provides audit assurance . . . our office takes care of all IRS correspondence so the client doesn't have too I've used a CPA in the past and am considering not using one this year. Why? 'Cause they charge over $200 to get my taxes done.Life is short! Break the rules! Forgive quickly! Kiss slowly! Love truly, Laugh uncontrollably. And never regret anything that made you smile. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jayruss 0 #12 February 7, 2007 QuoteQuoteyou should use a CPA, one who provides audit assurance . . . our office takes care of all IRS correspondence so the client doesn't have too I've used a CPA in the past and am considering not using one this year. Why? 'Cause they charge over $200 to get my taxes done. Just $200, thats cheap . . . __________________________________________________ "Beware how you take away hope from another human being." -Oliver Wendell Holmes Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Broke 0 #13 February 7, 2007 My CPA only charges 150 HR blockheads suck. They file additional forms because they charge per form it is a racketDivot your source for all things Hillbilly. Anvil Brother 84 SCR 14192 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JohnMitchell 16 #14 February 7, 2007 Quote I've used a CPA in the past and am considering not using one this year. Why? 'Cause they charge over $200 to get my taxes done. That's a lot, unless you have a complicated life. Our accountant does us, the four kids, the home business, and a few passive investments for $150. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Jayruss 0 #15 February 7, 2007 QuoteQuote I've used a CPA in the past and am considering not using one this year. Why? 'Cause they charge over $200 to get my taxes done. That's a lot, unless you have a complicated life. Our accountant does us, the four kids, the home business, and a few passive investments for $150. Well, lets add $150 to my bill because I'm in California, and lets add another $50 because I'm in California . . . Then lets consider the options, can a CPA do it for whatever they want, of course . . . in California we have DZO in southern California charging $24 a jump while northern California DZOs are charging $13 a jump , both from Otters. Whats the difference? Perceived value, what are you willing to pay for what you are getting? I would like to see people gain the value from their local CPA. can they get it elsewhere for cheaper, sure. Is it as good, who knows as those people are not certified . . . __________________________________________________ "Beware how you take away hope from another human being." -Oliver Wendell Holmes Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites ladyskydiver 0 #16 February 7, 2007 QuoteQuote I've used a CPA in the past and am considering not using one this year. Why? 'Cause they charge over $200 to get my taxes done. That's a lot, unless you have a complicated life. Our accountant does us, the four kids, the home business, and a few passive investments for $150. Nope...not too complicated. Friggin' Wisconsin...probably charge more 'cause they're stuck in the cold. Life is short! Break the rules! Forgive quickly! Kiss slowly! Love truly, Laugh uncontrollably. And never regret anything that made you smile. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites JohnMitchell 16 #17 February 7, 2007 Quote Friggin' Wisconsin...probably charge more 'cause they're stuck in the cold. Wouldn't you? Takes a little extra to get around by snowmobile all the time. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites mnealtx 0 #18 February 7, 2007 I friggin HATE doing my taxes, but it's still straight forward - I've never had a preparer find something I didn't, in regards to deductions. If I had investing income or a bunch of deductions, I might go back to a preparer...Mike I love you, Shannon and Jim. POPS 9708 , SCR 14706 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Join the conversation You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible. Reply to this topic... × Pasted as rich text. Paste as plain text instead Only 75 emoji are allowed. × Your link has been automatically embedded. Display as a link instead × Your previous content has been restored. Clear editor × You cannot paste images directly. Upload or insert images from URL. Insert image from URL × Desktop Tablet Phone Submit Reply 0
Jayruss 0 #15 February 7, 2007 QuoteQuote I've used a CPA in the past and am considering not using one this year. Why? 'Cause they charge over $200 to get my taxes done. That's a lot, unless you have a complicated life. Our accountant does us, the four kids, the home business, and a few passive investments for $150. Well, lets add $150 to my bill because I'm in California, and lets add another $50 because I'm in California . . . Then lets consider the options, can a CPA do it for whatever they want, of course . . . in California we have DZO in southern California charging $24 a jump while northern California DZOs are charging $13 a jump , both from Otters. Whats the difference? Perceived value, what are you willing to pay for what you are getting? I would like to see people gain the value from their local CPA. can they get it elsewhere for cheaper, sure. Is it as good, who knows as those people are not certified . . . __________________________________________________ "Beware how you take away hope from another human being." -Oliver Wendell Holmes Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ladyskydiver 0 #16 February 7, 2007 QuoteQuote I've used a CPA in the past and am considering not using one this year. Why? 'Cause they charge over $200 to get my taxes done. That's a lot, unless you have a complicated life. Our accountant does us, the four kids, the home business, and a few passive investments for $150. Nope...not too complicated. Friggin' Wisconsin...probably charge more 'cause they're stuck in the cold. Life is short! Break the rules! Forgive quickly! Kiss slowly! Love truly, Laugh uncontrollably. And never regret anything that made you smile. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JohnMitchell 16 #17 February 7, 2007 Quote Friggin' Wisconsin...probably charge more 'cause they're stuck in the cold. Wouldn't you? Takes a little extra to get around by snowmobile all the time. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mnealtx 0 #18 February 7, 2007 I friggin HATE doing my taxes, but it's still straight forward - I've never had a preparer find something I didn't, in regards to deductions. If I had investing income or a bunch of deductions, I might go back to a preparer...Mike I love you, Shannon and Jim. POPS 9708 , SCR 14706 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
