As tax season begins, Al Masud, owner of the H & R Block franchise location on Foothill Boulevard in the Cardenas Shopping Center, is gearing up for an influx of tax return service requests.

While Al has only had this business in Fontana since 2009, he is not new to Fontana. In 1983, Al moved to Fontana, buying a new affordable home in Walnut Village. In his new home, what began as a hobby – doing people’s taxes – turned into a booming home business – Home Tax Service.

While life events took Al away from Fontana, he always had a soft spot for the City.

Despite the difficult financial times facing our nation, people are requesting tax preparation services at pretty much the same rate. “The only difference may be,” says Al, “that people are inquiring sooner than expected. Possibly because they are hurting a little more and would like the refund money sooner.”

This year, tax preparers are also getting more tax questions related to real estate transactions including the first time home buyer incentives.

H & R Block offers a variety of tax preparation services, but unique to this company is that repeat customers can get an advance (up to $1,000) on their refunds. Customers can also prepare and file taxes completely online through the H & R Block Web site and then have the taxes reviewed and filed by their professionals.

Clearly, if preparing taxes started as a hobby twenty-five years ago, Al must enjoy his work. “Doing taxes is challenging and the challenge stimulates me,” explains Al. “It’s like a puzzle – there are all kinds of ways to solve it – some simple, some complex. But, there is a best or optimal way and it is exciting to find it.”

Al’s customer service philosophy is that customers are gold and precious. “Everyone who walks through our door will be entertained,” says Al. “We have coffee, water and television – anything you want. And, there is no charge for talking to us. We will answer any question related to taxes.”

Address
16184 Foothill Blvd., Fontana, CA 92335

Hours of Operation
Monday – Friday: 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Saturday: 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Sunday: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Phone
(909) 823-6630

Email
Abul.masud@hrblock.com