When I first switched to TTax I did paper returns as a backup for the first two years - it was a paradigm shift that took a while to get comfortable with. Then, the shift from computer to internet sort of felt similar, but my comfort level with IT had grown so it was not as dramatic. Now, I can't imagine doing it any other way. Next year I am adding Quicken to my tax toolbox and I want to start learning how to incorporate it into the process. I already use itsDeductible and have found it to be a fair and reasonable way to account for donations - so far it has worked and no probs with the IRS. I highly recommend it as well.
What's great about it: Since I moved to TTAx it has helped to keep me focused.
What's not so great: Only had one prob - no non-deductible IRA carryover ...don't know how I misseed it or what really happened.
Pros: My job status changed this year (switched jobs, lost a job, got a raise or promotion), I bought or sold investments
This program is very helpful. Explains in detail any concerns or questions that surface. I have not run into any problems with it since I have been using it for the past six years.
My wife has done the taxes the last few years and for whatever reason I dreaded doing the heavy lifting this year. Once I got into Turbo Tax and started doing it, I thought, "this is easy. No wonder she likes doing taxes!" So I may start being the official tax return generator going forward and I thank Turbo Tax for making that possible.
WHEN YOU ASK IF YOU HAD TO PAY FOREIGN TAXES, IT SHOULD SHOW A BLOCK FOR YOU TO ENTER THE FOREIGN TAX AMOUNT. IF YOU ARE TRYING TO MAKE THINGS EASIER THAT SHOULD BE CORRECTED.
We've used Turbo Tax for the last several years. It is easy to follow. You can choose to have it walk you through step by step, or if you know a little bit more and are comfortable with the program you can pick what you want to work on. It checks your work at the end.
What's great about it: Easy to follow instructions
What's not so great: Lets face it, doing your taxes is just no fun.
Pros: My job status changed this year (switched jobs, lost a job, got a raise or promotion)