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FILE NOW & PAY LATER
Pay for tax preparation with your refund
You don’t have to delay filing today if you can’t pay tax prep fees. Ask your local Tax Pro about our Assisted Refund, where you can file now and pay later! And you’ll still get your biggest refund, guaranteed. Plus, track your refund with the IRS, and more great perks.
What is an Assisted Refund?
With our Assisted Refund, you pay nothing to file taxes today. All tax preparation fees, and any additional costs, will be paid using your federal or state tax refund money instead. Once the prep fees and any additional costs are paid, the remaining refund money is yours, and you get to choose how you want to receive that money.
Assisted Refunds are processed by Santa Barbara Tax Products Group, LLC, using banking services of First Century Bank, N.A.
How to easily pay for tax prep services with Assisted Refund
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Find a Jackson Hewitt near you & file with a Tax Pro
We have over 5,100 national locations, including inside more than 2,600 Walmart stores.
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Choose Assisted Refund to pay your tax prep fees
Pay nothing today! A processing fee of $54.95 will be deducted from your tax refund later.
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All authorized fees are easily deducted from your refund
So you get to sit back and collect your remaining refund money without worrying about paying today for tax services.
YOUR MONEY MATTERS
Two great choices for a faster tax refund
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Get your refund 5 days faster
Get access to your IRS refund up to 5 days faster than direct deposit when you choose to load it on a Serve® American Express® Reloadable Prepaid Card.
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Direct deposit
Your bank will receive your refund the same day the IRS sends it. It will typically take 3-5 days for your bank to process your refund.
Affordable tax services starting at $49
New clients (and those who did not file with us last year!) can file federal taxes with a local expert for an affordable price and still get our best guarantees. Prices starting at $49 for your taxes done right and ensuring your biggest refund, guaranteed. Don’t wait to save!
Keep track of your refund status with Assisted Refund
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Track when the IRS pays your tax refund
So that you don’t have to guess when your money will arrive.
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Jackson Hewitt automatically records refunds paid to you
So that you aren’t alone in this process, we’re keeping receipts to help you, too.
TRUST MATTERS
Get every dollar you deserve®
Biggest Refund, Guaranteed
Jackson Hewitt Tax Pros don’t stop working on your return until every credit and deduction are accounted for to get you back every dollar you deserve. We guarantee your maximum refund.
Lifetime Accuracy Guarantee®
If we make a mistake on your tax return, we will pay you! You deserve to feel certain your taxes are done right, year after year, and we’ll guarantee that.
IT’S WRITTEN IN THE STARS
Find out why our clients trust us
most, year after year
4.8 out of 5 star rating
(465,086 customer reviews)
"Great service. Knowledgeable tax preparer. I walked away feeling good about switching to Jackson Hewitt."
"It's fast and convenient, especially when you have children. I love that you can go grocery shopping and drop off your tax stuff and finish shopping."
"The experience was quick and easy. A lot better than my past years with another tax service."
"Fast, easy, and convenient. Took very little time to complete my taxes, and I had enough time to go shopping."
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Because trust, guarantees, convenience & money all matter
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TRUSTED GUARANTEES.
Be 100% certain about your money & your taxes, year after year.
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NATIONAL PRESENCE. LOCAL HEART.
We’re in your neighborhood & inside your favorite Walmart store.
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40+ YEARS. 65+ MILLION RETURNS.
The kind of trusted expertise that comes with a lifetime of experience.
Money Today Guarantee
The Money Today Guarantee by Jackson Hewitt is only available to clients who (i) are approved for an Early Tax Refund Advance loan; and (ii) elect and are eligible to receive loan funds on a prepaid card offered at Jackson Hewitt offices. Loan is available all day during hours of operation. Hours vary by location. Loan application must be submitted by 11pm local time. If funds are not credited to your card before 12am local time, Jackson Hewitt will credit $50 within 2 weeks to your card if available or provide you a $50 eGift card. Fees, terms, and conditions apply to the prepaid card.
Early Tax Refund Advance
The Early Tax Refund Advance (ETRA) is a loan secured by, and paid back with, your tax refund and is offered by First Century Bank, N.A. Loan amounts are determined by your expected federal refund, less authorized fees and underwriting. Loan amounts are $300, $500, $1,000, and $1,500. To be eligible for the $1,500 ETRA loan, your expected federal refund, less authorized fees, must be at least $5,000. Most approved applicants get $300. ETRA loan is subject to underwriting and approval. Loan proceeds are typically available on the same day of approval, if disbursed on a prepaid card offered at Jackson Hewitt offices, or in 1-5 business days with direct deposit. Terms and restrictions apply. For details visit jacksonhewitt.com/loans. Jackson Hewitt is a Rhode Island Licensed Loan Broker and holds other relevant licenses for the locations where this product is offered. If approved, a finance charge applies except for residents of CT and NE.
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Lifetime Accuracy Guarantee
If there is an error preparing your return resulting in an increased tax liability, the local office that prepared your return will reimburse you for penalties and interest (but not additional taxes) owed. You must notify us within 30 days of receiving initial notice from a taxing authority and provide necessary documents and/or assistance. Terms, restrictions, and conditions apply. Most offices are independently owned and operated.
Biggest Refund Guarantee
FEDERAL RETURNS ONLY. If you are entitled to a refund larger than we initially determined, we’ll refund the tax preparation fees paid for that filed return (other product and service fees excluded) and give you an additional $100. You must submit a valid claim and file an amended return with Jackson Hewitt by the annual IRS deadline for the year of your tax return. Same tax facts must apply. Terms, restrictions, and conditions apply. Most offices are independently owned and operated.
Up to 5 days faster refund estimate is based on 2024 tax year filing data. Faster access compared to standard tax refund electronic deposit and subject to IRS submitting refund information to the bank before release date. IRS may not submit refund information early.
An Assisted Refund (AR) permits payment of tax preparation and other fees with your refund upon completion of services. It is not a loan. Bank AR fee and other fees apply. AR provided and processed by Republic Bank & Trust Company, Member FDIC. Ask a Tax Pro for details and refund options with no additional cost.
An Assisted Refund (AR) permits payment of tax preparation and other fees with your refund upon completion of services. It is not a loan. AR processed by Santa Barbara Tax Products Group, LLC using banking services of First Century Bank, N.A. AR processing fee and other fees may apply. Ask a Tax Pro for details and refund options with no additional cost. Most offices are independently owned and operated by Jackson Hewitt franchisees. All other offices are owned and operated by Jackson Hewitt Inc. or its affiliated entities.
An Assisted Refund (AR) permits payment of tax preparation and other fees with your refund upon completion of services. It is not a loan. Bank AR fee and other fees apply. AR provided and processed by Republic Bank & Trust Company, Member FDIC. Checks may be issued if you opt to receive an Assisted Refund. Your assisted refund check will be directly mailed to the address on file and may take an additional 3-5 days for delivery. Disbursement Fee of $0 - $15 may apply. Ask a Tax Pro for details and refund options with no additional cost.
The AR Fee is $54.95. For offices offering the Refund Advance product in Illinois, the AR Fee is $0.00 until 2/16/25, after this date it will be $54.95. For Jackson Hewitt Online Tax Pro customers in Illinois the AR fee will be charged regardless of time of filing. Most offices independently owned and operated.
Pick up your tax refund proceeds at participating Walmart locations when using this paperless tax refund disbursement service. Not available for refunds over $7,500. Fees and limitations apply. Ask your Tax Pro for details.
Disbursement Fee of $0 - $30 for Bank-issued Check or Walmart Direct2Cash may apply.
To be eligible, the federal refund, state refund, or combined state/federal refund needs to be greater than tax prep and other fees and amounts.
Federal Tax Returns Starting at $49
Limited-time offer. Available 1/5/26 - 4/4/26. Valid for new clients (did not file a 2024 tax return with Jackson Hewitt) at participating locations. For 2025 federal tax returns only. Not available for certain complex federal returns, including those claiming dependents, investment income, or marketplace health insurance. Additional fees apply for state & local tax returns, financial products & other services. Cannot be combined with any other promo or discount. Offer may be modified or discontinued at any time. Not available for Jackson Hewitt Online.