Turbo Tax is the only way to go! Why spend money on someone else doing your taxes? Just follow the simple steps/questions that they have, and VOILA you're done!
What's great about it: quick, easy, reliable
What's not so great: I had a little issue with e-filing.
I have been using Turbo Tax for years. Its fast and easy. It helps go through any life situations and gets you every dollar you deserve. You will not need to get your billion back with turbo tax. They do it right the first time and they even give you a max refund guarantee. No need to talk to anyone but there is that option if you need it. It also allows you to import the previous year, if you use it the year before. You can also import your w2 so you dont have to squint at the small numbers and type them in. Use it one year and I guarantee you will use it every year. Come on America, don't let others scare you about leaving 500 bucks on every seat when you can spend 50 bucks and do it in your own seat! Sit back relax, and just let turbo do the tax!!!!
What's great about it: Fast, Easy, Asks the necessary questions, import the previous year
What's not so great: expensive, too many advertisments
Pros: My job status changed this year (switched jobs, lost a job, got a raise or promotion)
I was confused by the 1099 DIV section - I couldn't figure out how to enter my dividend income, but eventually I got it through trial and error. Most of the experience was highly intuitive and well done.
What's great about it: Becky R was terrific - she was able to solve my problem calmly and efficiently
What's not so great: The error message was annoying, and I had to wait for 10 minutes to get someone on the chat