H&R Block is looking at ways to trim space in retail operations. During its recent webcast for earnings for the year ended June 30, CEO Jeff Jones said the company is looking at new models to adapt to the use of virtual tools.

AuditClub, based in Orange County, Calif., has launched what it calls an auditors-as-a-service model. Services are delivered through a membership model.

 Blucora said market volatility held down growth in its Avatax wealth management business for the second quarter ended June 30. The company this month reported a revenue increase of 1 percent over last year’s corresponding period as a result.