TAX Refund Network II

06/08/2026

I have been seeing a lot of post about Chicago’s new HomeGrown Purchase Assistance Grant.

I do think the program could be helpful for some buyers. And I want to be clear: this is not me saying people should not apply.

If you qualify, or even if this program simply motivates you to start thinking seriously about purchasing a home, I think that’s a good thing.

The part I fully agree with is the homebuyer counseling requirement. Honestly, that piece can be valuable whether you end up using this grant or not. Sitting down and learning more about budgeting, credit, mortgage readiness, down payment options, and what it really takes to purchase a home can help you create your own blueprint.

But I also think we need to understand the full picture.

The grant may offer up to $70,000 in some areas and up to $50,000 in others, but buyers still have to qualify for the mortgage, meet debt-to-income guidelines, contribute some of their own funds, purchase an eligible property, and live in the home for the required period of time.

So my thought is this: don’t just hear “grant money” and assume the affordability challenge is solved. Use it as a reason to get informed.

Ask questions. Get counseling. Review your credit. Understand your budget. Learn what you qualify for before you start shopping.

Helpful program? It could be.

A complete solution? I’m not convinced yet.

But a reason to start building your homeownership plan? Absolutely.

01/04/2026

My Word is My Bond & My Clients are my PRIORITY (including my RE client who I owe closet shelving to as a closing gift) if we started your process and you haven’t heard from me yet, again you have my WORD I am on it! I will be up late when you are sleeping and up early when you are still sleeping. 53K in Refund Advances in 2 days 💪🏽💪🏽💰💰🤑🤑🐐🐐

12/26/2025

When I tell you MY Clients are EVERYTHING, Baby… They are EVERYTHING!! They make me Feel like I am Really doing some Good ish out here.
I had a closing on Tuesday and I said to my client let’s take a picture of you with the Fidelity Title frame 🖼️. She said “No. I want to take a picture with the Full Circle logo, so the girls and I will come by the office this weekend.” She melted My Whole Heart 💜 Then I got this message from one ☝️ of my tax clients yesterday, who owned the IRS 40K+ when I began preparing his taxes four years ago 💪🏽💪🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

12/24/2025

📞📲 Yes, I see the calls, texts, and inquiries… YES, YES and YES!!!

Tax Refund Network will be offering Fast Cash Refund Advances up to $7,000 beginning January 2nd.

I’m in the office now making sure everything is in place to help you maximize your refund and get you up to speed on new tax laws that may benefit you this year.

Stay tuned💻👩🏽‍💻🛜🛜📲📲💲💲💵

12/12/2025

Hi friends! I’m Deanna Hodges-Walker, Owner-Operator of Tax Refund Network II, located at 422 1/2 E 87th Street in Chicago, IL (Chatham). I’ve been preparing taxes since 2013, and I work with everyday people and business owners who want their taxes done accurately, strategically, and with zero runaround.

I serve low-to-medium income households, working single mothers, entrepreneurs, real estate investors, and homeowners because everybody deserves a preparer who actually explains things and helps you keep more of what you earn.

If you need individual or small business tax prep (and year-round support), send me a message or call 773-966-4442. **We provide tax preparation in ALL 50 states!!

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12/12/2025

“New Office Number Alert! 773-966-4442, Lock Us in...
Same location. Same schedule. Refund Advances available Jan 2nd!!