Pay Nothing out-of-pocket with a
Refund Anticipation
Check

Conveniently get your refund and pay no tax preparation fees up front when filing your federal or state taxes.

When filing your Federal or State taxes you can use a Refund Anticipation Check to pay for your tax preparation fees without having to pay up front. It’s a convenient way to get your refund.

You can choose to receive your refund proceeds, minus tax preparation and processing fees, on an H&R Block Emerald Prepaid Mastercard^®¹¹⁰, via a physical check or deposited to an existing account.
State RAC is disbursed using the same method you chose for your Federal RAC
Typically receive your funds within 21 days.
Email alerts when funds are available.
Federal RAC Fee $34.95
State RAC Fee $13.00
(Additional $20 fee for a paper check)

Refund Anticipation Check (RAC) is provided by H&R Block Bank, a Federal Savings Bank, member FDIC. Fees apply. You must meet legal requirements for opening a bank account. A RAC is a bank deposit, not a loan, and is limited to the size of your refund less applicable fees. You can electronically file your return and receive your refund without a RAC, a loan or extra fees. H&R Block Maine License Number: FRA2. Available at participating offices. ©2013 HRB Tax Group, Inc.