You’ll know exactly what MuseSpring costs before you enroll. One price for the core program. One price for the optional monthly membership. No surprise charges, no required upsells, and no hidden fees that appear after you’ve started.
What you pay:
Tax Prep Business Academy: $2,497 (or 3 payments of $899)
This includes:
- Complete core training (all video modules, worksheets, and practice exercises)
- Legal compliance training (Circular 230, preparer penalties, engagement letters, E&O insurance)
- Business formation module (entity selection guidance, LLC filing assistance, EIN, state registration, PTIN/EFIN guidance)
- AI tools training
- Marketing and client acquisition module
- First month of MuseSpring membership included
Monthly Scale Membership (optional): $1,999/year or $199/month (6-months complimentary)
This includes:
- Weekly coaching calls with Jason Carr and the MuseSpring team
- Full LMS access (all modules, templates, and resources)
- Tax law updates and practice alerts
- Technical support guidance
- Access to advanced training modules as they become available
Advanced Modules: $497 to $997 per module (purchased individually when you’re ready)
- Tax planning advisory
- Small business returns
- State-specific preparation
- Tax debt resolution awareness
No required upsells:
The core program is complete as purchased. You can prepare taxes, launch your business, and serve clients without buying anything else. The membership and advanced modules exist for practitioners who want ongoing support and deeper specialization, but they are not required to finish the program or start practicing.
Payment plans:
Financing options may be available for qualified applicants.
How this compares:
| Program | Cost |
|---|---|
| Typical tax franchise | $40,000+ startup + 14% ongoing royalties |
| Universal Accounting PTP | $4,300 |
| Surgent CTP | $1,950 |
| H&R Block course | $149 (trains you to work for them, not yourself) |
| MuseSpring Academy | $2,497 (includes business formation and first month of membership) |