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    I'm going to set up for PBR. Does anyone have any recommendations on which service to use? Pros and cons?

    LTS
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    George4Tacks
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    Use the one that makes YOU the most money. You are bound to be stiffed by some that will have the refunds taken to pay other liens, like child support. 


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    Just-Lisa-Now-
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    What is PBR?   For some reason my mind immediately thinks of Pabst Blue Ribbon (even though Ive never purchased or drank it  LOL)!

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    TaxGuyBill
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    @Just Lisa Now!   That was my EXACT thought.   :smile:
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    abctax55
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    LOL... and mine.   There's a poster on a different forum who likes PBR; his listed location is "near the refrigerator"
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    Just-Lisa-Now-
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    After a bit more thought, PBR probably stands for Pay By Refund .....but I don't use it or know any professional preparers that do, sorry.

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    sewcpa
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    most of the folks who answer do not do pay by refund.  Our clients actually pay us.  so you are not likely to get many recommendations.  I would be concerned about PBR if IRS holds back or forwards the refund to a govt collection
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    Terry53029
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    I use quick collect. Client cost are zero, and your cost is $10. Note I charge a fee for the quick collect worksheet
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    Greta
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    What is Quick Collect?
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    Terry53029
    Level 15
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    Look under e-file dropdown menu, choose pay-by-refund. you will see your options along with Quick Collect
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    George4Tacks
    Level 15

    Use the one that makes YOU the most money. You are bound to be stiffed by some that will have the refunds taken to pay other liens, like child support. 


    Answers are easy. Questions are hard!
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