H&R Block

The tax prep chain is offering consulting services starting at $99.

Starting in May, preparation will be free for police, firefighters, EMTs and health care workers.

Several legal experts see parallels to a 2011 attempt by H&R Block Inc. to acquire another DIY tax software company that regulators blocked.

Tax-preparation software companies face headwinds for the revenue they get from each tax return this year due to the combined effect of a rising mix of free filings and lower need for services that assist do-it-yourself filers, according to Morgan Stanley.

KPMG and Project Management Institute announce collaboration; Marcum opens Cleveland office; and more CPA news.

Anders CPAs + Advisors releases its Community Impact Report; and H&R Block partners with Nextdoor to bring community improvement projects to life.

CTCPA recognizes Distinguished Service and Women to Watch honorees; Mize Houser rebrands; and more CPA news.

Top 100 Firm Boyer & Ritter also donated more than 3,100 cans of food as part of its holiday party.

Changes should make it easier for taxpayers to find the free versions of tax prep software from vendors who have been accused of misleading consumers into paying for the products.

H&R Block’s virtual tax preparation service, Tax Pro Go, is now available for $99 exclusively at Walmart stores around the United States.