<prompt> Human: Do online tax filing services, like Turbotax, account for signing bonuses? Will I receive a greater return if I file with an agent in person to factor in the increased tax rate on the bonus amount?  <response>: Bonuses are taxed at the same rate as the rest of your income. Taxes may be withheld from the bonus at the higher rate, but at the end of the year, when you file your taxes, bonus income is treated exactly the same as regular income. Your refund amount should be the same, regardless on what tool you use to file taxes, as long as you take advantage of all allowed deductions. 