Peace of Mind® Extended Service Plan

Price: $30

How It Works:
  • After a tax professional completes your tax return, you will have the option to add the Peace of Mind® Extended Service Plan to your return.
  • If you choose the Peace of Mind® Extended Service Plan option, you will be provided with a receipt that will serve as legal documentation that you have purchased the service plan.
  • If you receive an audit notice from the IRS or other taxing authority, you must notify H&R Block within 60 days of receipt of that notification. See Peace of Mind® Claims for more details.
  • H&R Block will pay up to $5,000 in additional taxes assessed by the IRS or any state and local taxing authority resulting from an error by H&R Block. Claims must be filed within 60 days of receiving notice from the IRS other auditing authority. (See Peace of Mind® Terms for more details.)


FAQs:

Q.   Can I do my taxes by hand and then sign up for the Peace of Mind® Extended Service Plan?

A.   No. The H&R Block Peace of Mind® Extended Service Plan is only offered for returns prepared by an H&R Block Tax Professional at an H&R Block office, through Online Office or TaxCut Online Signature tax product.

Q.   Who should use H&R Block Peace of Mind®?

A.   Those clients who want no surprises after filing their taxes. It's a smart way to make sure you're covered no matter how complex your tax situation. The benefits of the Peace of Mind® Extended Service plan could be invaluable in the event that you owe additional taxes due to an H&R Block error or need representation because the IRS questions your tax return.

Q.   What is the difference between the H&R Block Guarantee and Peace of Mind®?

H&R Block Guarantees Accuracy

H&R Block
Guarantee

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Peace of Mind® Extended Service Plan

Audit Assistance
If the IRS audits you, an H&R Block representative will assist you in answering questions regarding the preparation of your return.*

Penalty/Interest Payment
If penalty and interest charges are assessed due to H&R Block's error, H&R Block will pay those penalties and interest on federal, state and local returns.

Audit Representation
A qualified H&R Block enrolled agent will represent you
(with Power of Attorney) during an audit.*

 

Tax Underpayment Reimbursement
If additional federal, state and local taxes are assessed due to H&R Block's error, H&R Block will pay those taxes up to $5,000.

 

Price:  

no additional fee

$30

* H&R Block provides tax advice only through Peace of Mind® Extended Service Plan, Audit Assistance and Audit Representation. Consult your own attorney for legal advice. Power of Attorney required. Void where prohibited. Conditions apply. See Peace of Mind® Terms for details.