Thank you for the reply.  So is there a way to structure the contract differently?  Did I not structure it properly?  I realize what is going on, but I don't understand the rationale....and my out-of-state clients don't either.  I have to invoice each of them an extra $50 (or pay for it out of my own pocket).  This can add up to a not so insignificant dollar amount.

Just trying to find out a way (if there is one) to reduce my software costs.  I have used Lacerte for 11 years, yet found out only a couple of years ago that I could request refunds of state return charges under certain circumstances.  I wish I had known this the first several years, as it cost me quite a bit.  I have been much more conscious of this over the last few years.

Thanks again!