What does it mean to have my money deposited to a credit karma account? And why not deposited into my account?

[dean-leitner-me-]

If I use the credit karma option what happens to my money once it goes into their account?

[CarissaM]

The refund would be deposited to a prepaid debit card if you use this option. 

[azariyahsky]

Is it a must that i must have my debit card from credit karma to receive turbo tax advance?

[ChondelLO]

Yes. You’ll receive your Refund Advance on a Credit Karma Visa Debit Card that you can spend anywhere Visa is accepted. If you'd like more information please click the link below.

What's Refund Advance? - Intuit