Makes it possible for me to do my own taxes. Period. It handles my business, and its deductions, as well as the family stuff. Gives me confidence I have it right..
What's great about it: affordable, thourough, flexible
What's not so great: I wish it could handle grantor trusts
My return became complicated so I had to contact TurboTax directly to receive help. Getting through all their web pages and menus to get to a live person was challenging, however, once I got in touch with an experienced person based in Iowa I received the help I needed plus she sent me a full version of TT that I've loaded onto my computer. Now the process of preparing the return works so much better.
What's great about it: I received help from an experienced professional based in Iowa.
What's not so great: The online version of TurboTax I initially bought did not perform as expected
I have been using TurboTax for many, many years. Even with rental properties and self-employment, TurboTax provides extensive information and resources enabling me to figure out how to reach the numbers I need to enter into their forms. Whether the informations pop-ups, or the online forum where I can enter a question and receive a fast answer, I can always find what I need. This year I even found an industry-specific list for business supplies, very helpful!
What's great about it: Leads me by the hand, provides answers to in-depth questions
What's not so great: Occasional gaps in information