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If taxes aren’t part of your financial strategy, you’re leaving money on the table 💸 april CEO and Co-founder Ben Borodach sat down with Jared S. Taylor on the Slice of Finance podcast to talk about why taxes shouldn’t just be a once-a-year obligation—they’re a powerful lever to improve financial outcomes. Ben shared how april is helping financial professionals integrate tax planning into their services, giving their clients a clearer, more complete financial picture year-round. It’s about turning tax season from a deadline into a value-add. 🎧 Listen to the full conversation—link in the comments. #fintech #embeddedfinance #taxplanning

We're proud to announce that april is the first new company in over 15 years to secure e-file licenses to enable Americans to file taxes in 50 jurisdictions. Many said it couldn’t be done, but our team made history—and did it in record time. This isn’t just a win for april; it’s a transformative moment for the entire tax software industry. Our AI-driven approach to building tax software is redefining what’s possible, breaking through legacy barriers, and introducing a streamlined, white-labeled, embedded filing experience. To the brilliant teams at april who made this happen—thank you. Your dedication, innovation, and grit made this achievement possible. And to our partners—thank you for believing in our vision and joining us on this journey. Read the full announcement at the link in comments below 👇 #taxnews #fintechnews #ai #innovation

Taxes have traditionally been disconnected from broader financial planning. Compound just flipped the script by embedding aprilPro and DIY Filer directly into their wealth management platform. By bringing everything together in one place, Compound is integrating tax planning into clients’ full financial strategy. Whether clients want an easy DIY filing process, or have a more complex situation and want both the convenience of a digital process and the confidence of a tax pro filing on their behalf, Compound has them covered. As Compound Co-Founder and CEO Christian Haigh put it, "We’re obsessed with making wealth management seamless—giving clients and advisors everything they need in one place. Launching this new tax integration with april is another step toward that vision, making financial planning more intuitive while giving our advisors better insights to serve clients at a higher level." Read more about Compound’s approach at the link in the comments 👇

Financial control starts with knowing what’s coming next—including taxes. Percapita is expanding what financial wellness means for its customers by integrating built-in tax planning and filing, powered by april. With access to real-time tax estimates and a straightforward way to file, Percapita users aren’t just reacting to their finances—they’re in control. Through this partnership, Percapita customers can: 💡 See their tax situation year-round with real-time refund and tax estimates 📲 File for free when depositing their refund into a Percapita Cash Account ⏳ Get through filing faster—smart routing means fewer unnecessary questions “We’re simplifying everyday spending, so our customers’ money works better for them,” said Alex Ehrlich, CEO of Percapita. “That includes making tax planning and filing effortless.” Excited to bring this to life with Percapita and continue bridging the gap between financial services and financial wellness. Read more in our blog post at the link in comments below. #Fintech #TaxTech #EmbeddedFinance #FinancialWellness

Filing your taxes should be easier. So we put AI to work and actually made it happen. Ben Borodach sat down with Nico Simko, CEO and cofounder of Clair, to break down how april really uses AI—not as a buzzword, but as the backbone of a better tax experience. The results? An NPS over 60, fewer questions to answer, and less time spent filing. An AI-powered chatbot that actually helps you file instead of just talking in circles? Wild concept, right? National e-file coverage in record time? Yep, AI made it happen. AI isn’t just in our pitch deck—it’s in the product, making tax filing faster and smarter for the millions of Americans who now have access to a better way to file. Listen in to the full episode to hear how we're changing the game. ⬇️ #AI #taxes #technews

Taxes: the most overlooked piece of your financial puzzle. In this episode of Fintech Impact, host Jason M. Pereira talks with Ben Borodach, CEO & co-founder of april, about why taxes shouldn’t just be a once-a-year headache—they should be a core part of financial planning. Key insights from the conversation: 📌 Tax is the ultimate source of truth for personal finances, yet it’s siloed from financial decision-making. april is changing that. 📌 Embedding tax intelligence into financial apps isn’t just about easier filing—it’s about unlocking better financial outcomes year-round. 📌 The biggest challenge: turning complex tax law into technology that’s seamless, accurate, and actually user-friendly. How do we do it? By building our own AI-powered, flexible tax engine—one that can be applied to almost any tax problem with minimal time to market. This allows us to deliver real-time, embedded tax intelligence wherever financial decisions are made, turning taxes from an obligation into an opportunity. Hear the full episode in the link in comments below. #taxnews #ainews #fintechnews

🏆 The wins keep coming—and we’re just getting started. aprilPro was just named an Honorable Mention in Accounting Today’s 2025 Top New Products Awards—a huge recognition for our newest product, designed to bring AI-powered simplicity to complex tax situations. As Accounting Today put it: “AI-powered aprilPro provides filing services for taxpayers with complex financial situations, pulling in data from existing financial accounts and allowing users to upload files as needed, with a qualified tax pro reviewing and finalizing each filing.” Built for small business platforms, wealth management platforms, and beyond, aprilPro blends the convenience of digital with the confidence of a tax professional. It’s designed for those with complex tax situations who want a hands-off tax experience—without sacrificing accuracy or expert oversight. We’re already seeing strong early momentum, and this is just the beginning. 🚀 Onward! #taxnews #taxwins #taxseason

🏡 Esusu x april: Year 2 More tools. Bigger impact. Esusu is deepening its commitment to renters. After embedding tax filing last year, it’s now expanding its offerings with the Esusu Tax Hub—bringing even more financial tools into the app. Now, renters have access to: 🗓️ Year-round tax estimation—so they can plan ahead with confidence 💵 Free tax filing—no hidden fees, no surprises "Esusu is committed to empowering renters nationwide with access to quality financial resources," said Wemimo Abbey, Co-Founder of Esusu. "With april, we’re using AI to make tax filing simpler and more transparent for renters and ensuring they get the maximum refund they are owed, at no cost to them.” We’re proud to power this next step in Esusu’s mission to provide renters with the financial tools they deserve. Congrats to the Esusu team on this exciting expansion! Full details in the blog—link in comments 👇 #taxseason #taxtools #creditbuilding

In 2025, AI isn’t about replacing people—it’s about helping financial services companies do more with less.    The real shift is happening behind the scenes, where domain-specific AI integrates seamlessly into workflows, enhancing human expertise and driving innovation in areas that have traditionally required significant human capital—like tax, compliance, and wealth management.   At april, we’re seeing many of our bold bets on AI enhancing domain expertise being proven right. Here’s what we predict for AI’s role in 2025—and some key lessons from our journey that can help financial services companies build for the future. #ai #fintech #ainews

Why do fintechs treat tax season like the Super Bowl? 🏈 Ben Borodach (CEO & Co-founder of april) sits down with Nico Simko (CEO & Co-founder of Clair) to unpack this and more in a deep dive on embedded finance. They explore: - Why taxes are fintech’s biggest play - Who the ideal customer is for embedded tax solutions - Why april is the Switzerland of tax A sharp, no-fluff convo for anyone curious about how taxes are shaping the future of customer and employee-centric financial experiences. Full episode link in the comments below 👇 #Fintech #EmbeddedFinance #HRTech