H & R Block Inc

H&R Block, Inc., operating through its various divisions, offers tax preparation services—both professionally guided and self-service (DIY)—to individual taxpayers primarily in the United States, Canada, and Australia. The company delivers its assisted tax filing and related support through an extensive network of physical branches, which are either company-owned or operated by franchisees. Beyond core tax preparation, H&R Block provides a range of financial products and services. These include Refund Transfers and the H&R Block Emerald Prepaid Mastercard, designed to facilitate the receipt of tax refunds; Peace of Mind extended service plans; H&R Block Emerald Advance lines of credit; and Tax Identity Shield, which offers assistance with protecting and restoring a client's tax identity. Other offerings feature refund advance loans, H&R Block Instant Refund, and H&R Block Pay With Refund services. Additionally, the company caters to small businesses by providing financial solutions, accessible through its corporate and franchised office locations, as well as online platforms. H&R Block, Inc. was founded in 1955 and maintains its main corporate offices in Kansas City, Missouri.