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Exhibit 99.1
For Further Information
Investor Relations: Derek Drysdale, 816-854-4513, derek.drysdale@hrblock.com
Media Relations: Kate ONeill Rauber, 816-854-4548, kate.rauber@hrblock.com
Media Relations: Kate ONeill Rauber, 816-854-4548, kate.rauber@hrblock.com
H&R Block Signs Letter of Intent to Sell RSM McGladrey to McGladrey & Pullen, LLP
| Total consideration of approximately $610 million | ||
| H&R Block to record non-cash, after-tax charge of approximately $53 million, or $0.17 per share in fiscal first quarter | ||
| Transaction expected to close by calendar year end |
For Immediate Release: August 23, 2011
KANSAS CITY, Mo. H&R Block, Inc. (NYSE: HRB) today announced that it has signed a non-binding
letter of intent to sell substantially all of the assets of RSM McGladrey (RSM) to McGladrey &
Pullen, LLP (M&P). Based upon values as of July 31, 2011, total consideration is approximately
$610 million, of which approximately $65 million will be financed by H&R Block. These amounts will
adjust at closing based on fluctuations in the balance sheet. M&P will also assume substantially
all liabilities, including contingent payments and lease obligations.
After a thorough review of the alternatives, we believe the sale of RSM is in the best interest of
H&R Block and its shareholders, said Bill Cobb, H&R Blocks president and CEO. This transaction
is an important step in refocusing the company on growing clients and market share in our core tax
business and improving our margins.
In connection with this sale, as well as the sale or closure of RSMs remaining operations that are
not part of this transaction, H&R Block will record a non-cash, after-tax charge of approximately
$53 million, or $0.17 per share in the fiscal first quarter ended July 31, 2011.
The sale of RSM is expected to close by calendar year end and is subject to a number of conditions,
including the signing of a definitive agreement, finalization of M&Ps financing for the
transaction, and customary closing conditions.
H&R Block acquired RSM in 1999. Today, RSM employs approximately 5,000 associates and
professionals in more than 80 offices nationwide.
Forward Looking Statements
This announcement may contain forward-looking statements, which are any statements that are not
historical facts. These forward-looking statements, as well as the Companys guidance, are based
upon the Companys current expectations and there can be no assurance that such expectations will
prove to be correct. Because forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties and speak
only as of the date on which they are made, the Companys actual results could differ materially
from these statements. These risks and uncertainties relate to, among other things, uncertainties
regarding the Companys ability to attract and retain clients; meet its prepared returns targets;
uncertainties and potential contingent liabilities arising from our former mortgage loan
origination and servicing business; uncertainties in the residential mortgage market and its impact
on loan loss provisions; uncertainties pertaining to the commercial debt market; competitive
factors; the Companys effective income tax rate; litigation defense expenses and costs of
judgments or settlements; uncertainties regarding the level of share repurchases; and changes in
market, economic, political or regulatory conditions. Information concerning these risks and
uncertainties is contained in Item 1A of the Companys 2011 annual report on Form 10-K and in other
filings by the Company with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The Company does not undertake
any duty to update any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future
events, or otherwise.
About H&R Block
H&R Block Inc. (NYSE: HRB) has prepared more than 575 million tax returns worldwide since 1955,
making it the countrys largest tax services provider. In fiscal 2011, H&R Block had annual
revenues of $3.8 billion and prepared more than 24.5 million tax returns worldwide, including
Canada and Australia. Tax return preparation services are provided in company-owned and
franchise retail tax offices by more than 100,000 professional tax preparers, and through
H&R Block At Home digital products. The H&R Block Bank provides affordable banking products and
services, and McGladrey is a top provider of tax, accounting and wealth management services to
mid-sized businesses. For more information, visit the H&R Block Online Press Center.
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