Ready, Set, Refund: The Fast Path to Your Refund Starts Here

Start 2026 strong and maximize your tax refund this season!

Find easier ways to maximize your tax refund and save with this deal from Branch Rewards and TurboTax. As part of Branch Rewards, TurboTax is offering $5 cash back* (minimum $25 spend) when you use your Branch Card** at checkout.

TurboTax offers several ways to file:

  • File with expert help
  • Have a TurboTax expert file for you
  • Or file yourself with AI-powered guidance along the way
Must purchase TurboTax with your Branch Card to receive this offer. Offer ends 4/15/26.
Tip for Premier account holders:
Set up your direct deposit with Branch to get your refund quicker than a check!***

Common Questions

Looking for more help? For any additional questions, please visit the Branch support center.

How to set up Direct Deposit as a Premier account holder

If you're owed a tax refund, opt for direct deposit to receive your money faster than with a paper check. Set up your direct deposit in the Branch App to have your refund deposited directly into your Branch account.

  1. Open the Branch App and navigate to your account details.
  2. Locate your routing and account numbers.
  3. Enter these details in the direct deposit section when filing your taxes.

With direct deposit, you’ll have quicker access to your funds, making it easier to manage your cash flow.

Are you a 1099 contractor?

Branch offers a 1099 business account exclusive feature. If you are a 1099 user, you can download your monthly statement as a PDF or a CSV. Downloading as a CSV allows you to upload your transactions into your preferred tax and expense tracking systems for easier expense and tax management.

What is Branch Rewards?

Branch Rewards is a feature of your Branch Card that gives you cash back for everyday spending. When you shop at participating merchants, you’ll automatically earn rewards deposited into your Branch account at the end of each month.

Explore In-Store and Online Offers

From local businesses to major retailers, Branch Rewards includes a wide range of participating merchants online and in-store.

How to Access Offers
  1. Open the Rewards tab in the Branch app to view the latest deals.
  2. Shop in-store or online using your Branch Card to start earning rewards instantly.
TurboTax Offer Terms and Conditions

*Offer valid for online transaction only. Offer valid one time only. Cards with TurboTax purchases within the last 13 months will not be eligible for this offer. Offer only valid on purchases over $25. The reward amount will not be below $5. May not be combined with other offers. Purchase must be made using the bank card associated with this offer. TurboTax reserves the right to withdraw or change the offer at any time, at its discretion, without notice. Company services may be in connection with, or contain links to, Third-Parties, and their respective websites and services, over which Company has no control. You acknowledge and agree that Company does not endorse, verify, or make any representations regarding these Third-Parties, or their websites and services, and is not responsible for the availability of, and any liability arising from, any such Third-Party, or their websites and services. Company is only responsible for facilitating a Reward to a User’s account based on the data it receives from its Third-Party service provider. Each Reward is subject to the terms and conditions specified by the applicable Third-Party. Company is not responsible for a Third-Party’s failure to honor a Reward or for the delivery, quality, safety, legality or any other aspect of the Reward, or for any delay or failure of the Third-Party to provide Company with the necessary data or information to process the Reward to a User’s account. Each applicable Third-Party is fully responsible for all aspects of the Reward program and for any and all liabilities, damages, and costs suffered by you, any Reward recipient, or anyone else in connection with your attainment and use of the Reward, and you or the affected person must look solely to the applicable Third-Party for any remedies.
The refund amount shown is for illustrative purposes only. Your refund amount will vary based on your tax situation and is determined by the IRS.

**Branch is not a bank. Banking services are provided by Evolve Bank & Trust, Member FDIC or Lead Bank, Member FDIC (“Sponsor Banks”), as listed on the back of a user's Branch Card. FDIC insurance only applies for eligible accounts should the Sponsor Bank holding the user's funds fail. The Branch Mastercard Debit Card is issued by the Sponsor Bank pursuant to a license from Mastercard and may be used everywhere Mastercard debit cards are accepted.

***Premier accounts only.

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