H&R Block ordered to pay $7M by FTC

The Federal Trade Commission has ordered Kansas City-based H&R Block Inc. to pay $7 million.

The settlement is related to FTC claims that H&R Block allegedly engaged in “unlawful practices" by creating a system to pressure customers into overpaying for products.

"We are pleased to put this behind us so we can focus on serving our clients during the 2025 tax season," H&R Block officials said.

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