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The Way Americans are Earning a Living and Financing their Lifestyles is Shifting According to H&R Block’s 'Outlook on American Life' Report

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Tuesday, December 13, 2022

KANSAS CITY, Mo., Dec. 13, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Americans of all ages are finding different means of earning money, according to the latest ‘ Outlook on American Life ’ report from H&R Block (NYSE: HRB).

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  • KANSAS CITY, Mo., Dec. 13, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Americans of all ages are finding different means of earning money, according to the latest ‘ Outlook on American Life ’ report from H&R Block (NYSE: HRB).
  • This year’s report, which includes insights generated from the 21 million Americans who filed their taxes with the company in 2022, reveals that the ways people are earning a living and financing their lifestyles continues to shift significantly.
  • App-based drivers increased by nearly 48%, and individuals who rented out their cars or homes rose by 152%.
  • “With continued financial challenges and inflation concerns, many retirement age Americans are actively seeking ways to augment their income.

H&R Block Named One of America’s Most Responsible Companies by Newsweek

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Wednesday, December 7, 2022

“H&R Block has had a long-term commitment to people, community and the planet, and in many ways, we’re just getting started,” said Jeff Jones, President and CEO of H&R Block.

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  • “H&R Block has had a long-term commitment to people, community and the planet, and in many ways, we’re just getting started,” said Jeff Jones, President and CEO of H&R Block.
  • Environmental dimensions of the report reviewed included waste, emissions, water use, energy use and environmental engagement.
  • H&R Block, Inc. (NYSE: HRB) provides help and inspires confidence in its clients and communities everywhere through global tax preparation services, financial products , and small-business solutions .
  • For more information, visit H&R Block News or follow @HRBlockNews on Twitter.

Wave Launches ‘Creator Economy Financial Playbook’ To Enable Entrepreneurial Success for the Fastest Growing Segment of Small Business

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Wednesday, December 7, 2022

Creators are empowering themselves to be businesses with incredible opportunities for success and growth,” said Zahir Khoja, CEO of Wave.

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  • Creators are empowering themselves to be businesses with incredible opportunities for success and growth,” said Zahir Khoja, CEO of Wave.
  • Entitled “A Creator’s Playbook for Financial Success: How to Thrive in the Creator Economy”, you can download the full Wave Creator Playbook here .
  • Wave Financial Inc. ( waveapps.com ) combines powerful money management tools with no-fee business banking built for service-based small businesses.
  • Wave Money, a no-fee business bank account, provides small business owners with quick access to payments and their bookkeeping is managed automatically.

Despite Fears of Recession, Optimism Across New Small Business Owners Increases, According to Newest Block Advisors’ “Small Business Resilience Series” Survey

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Tuesday, November 15, 2022

According to the survey, two in three small business owners report feeling the threat of an impending recession, including first time small business owners who make up 72% of respondents.

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  • According to the survey, two in three small business owners report feeling the threat of an impending recession, including first time small business owners who make up 72% of respondents.
  • The Block Advisors Small Business Resilience Series survey also revealed these feelings are even more pronounced among new small business owners operating less than two years as 52% are feeling burned out.
  • Thats why it commissioned a survey with more than 1,000 business owners to inform the Small Business Resilience Series.
  • Through Block Advisors and Wave , the company helps small business owners thrive with innovative products like Wave Money, a mobile-first, small business bank account and bookkeeping solution, that manages bookkeeping automatically.

H&R Block Announces Quarterly Cash Dividend

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Thursday, November 3, 2022

KANSAS CITY, Mo., Nov. 03, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- H&R Block, Inc. (NYSE: HRB) (the Company) today announced that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.29 cents per share, payable January 3, 2023, to shareholders of record as of December 6, 2022.

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  • KANSAS CITY, Mo., Nov. 03, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- H&R Block, Inc. (NYSE: HRB) (the Company) today announced that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.29 cents per share, payable January 3, 2023, to shareholders of record as of December 6, 2022.
  • The Company has paid quarterly dividends consecutively since going public in 1962.
  • Since 2016, the Company has grown the dividend over 45%1 and has returned nearly $3 billion to shareholders through dividends and share repurchases.
  • 1 Dividend growth is calculated as percentage growth from the April 2016 dividend.

Millions of Underserved Microbusinesses Now Have Access to One-Stop Money Management Through Wave’s New Integrated Mobile App

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Wednesday, October 19, 2022

And yet, there are very few money management solutions designed to solve the unique needs and pain points of microbusiness owners.

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  • And yet, there are very few money management solutions designed to solve the unique needs and pain points of microbusiness owners.
  • The new Wave mobile app is designed to help bridge this gap, said Zahir Khoja, CEO of Wave.
  • Total mobile invoicing: The new Wave mobile app lets business owners customize and send invoices, accept online payments, and send reminders on-the-go.
  • Integrated mobile banking: The new app includes Waves no-fee business bank account, Wave Money, with on-the-go check deposit, income-tracking, and free Instant Payouts.

H&R Block to Release Fiscal 2023 First Quarter Results on November 1, 2022

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Tuesday, October 18, 2022

KANSAS CITY, Mo., Oct. 18, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- H&R Block, Inc. (NYSE: HRB) will report fiscal 2023 first quarter results on Tuesday, November 1, 2022, after the New York Stock Exchange market close.

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  • KANSAS CITY, Mo., Oct. 18, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- H&R Block, Inc. (NYSE: HRB) will report fiscal 2023 first quarter results on Tuesday, November 1, 2022, after the New York Stock Exchange market close.
  • At that time, a copy of the press release and presentation will be available on the company's investor relations website at https://investors.hrblock.com/ .
  • A conference call for analysts, institutional investors, and shareholders will be held at 4:30 p.m. Eastern time on Tuesday, November 1, 2022.
  • During the conference call the company will discuss fiscal 2023 first quarter results, outlook, and give a general business update.

H&R Block Teams Around the World Celebrate "World's Best Employers 2022" Ranking

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Wednesday, October 12, 2022

KANSAS CITY, Mo., Oct. 12, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, Forbes named H&R Block (NYSE: HRB) to its list of the World's Best Employers 2022.

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  • KANSAS CITY, Mo., Oct. 12, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, Forbes named H&R Block (NYSE: HRB) to its list of the World's Best Employers 2022.
  • "We are honored that our employees around the globe believe H&R Block is a great place to work," said Jeff Jones, president and CEO of H&R Block.
  • Being named to Forbes' World's Best Employers recognizes our work to build an inclusive, supportive culture that enhances how we provide help to our clients."
  • In 2022 alone, the company has received Forbes awards for Best Employers for Women, Best Employers for Diversity, Americas Best Large Employers, Canadas Best Employers, Americas Best Tax and Accounting Firms, and Best Employers for Diversity (also won in 2021).

Block Advisors by H&R Block Introduces Business Formation

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Wednesday, October 5, 2022

Thats why Block Advisors decided to connect small business owners with expertise and care to make it easy for them to form their own business entity.

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  • Thats why Block Advisors decided to connect small business owners with expertise and care to make it easy for them to form their own business entity.
  • Finally, many small business owners dont know that business formation can be used as a springboard to potentially change their tax burden an area in which Block Advisors Small Business Certified Tax Pros are uniquely positioned to provide expert advice.
  • Block Advisors business formation service allows small business owners to get started in minutes and form their businesses with confidence.
  • Business formation is the first step in taking your business to the next level, and Block Advisors can be a source of help and knowledge from the start, Khan said.

Refresh your finances with Spruce, a mobile banking app built by H&R Block

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Thursday, September 22, 2022

Spruce makes it easy for customers to turn spare change into savings with the addition of its new Round Up feature.

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  • Spruce makes it easy for customers to turn spare change into savings with the addition of its new Round Up feature.
  • When customers opt-in to Round Up through the Spruce app, they can see how spare change quickly adds up and helps build savings.
  • Spruce is a financial technology platform built by H&R Block, which is not a bank.
  • The company blends digital innovation with human expertise and care as it helps people get the best outcome at tax time and also be better with money using its mobile banking app, Spruce .