Makes Taxes Easier but Average Computer Experience
on March 26, 2014
Posted by: Kimg29
I used to be on the automatic bill and ship program until I realized that it was cheaper to wait and order indirectly. This year's increase for the same product was around $15-20 if I had kept it automatic.
This software is convenient to help filing taxes without a tax company, especially if you have deductions for business expenses and school. It reminds you of areas to collect information, and it is convenient to file online.
I disagree with charges for filing for state taxes. It is a convenience for the state and for us and probably speeds their filing.
What's great about it: Tells you what you need (information)
What's not so great: Cost for state filing
Pros: My job status changed this year (switched jobs, lost a job, got a raise or promotion), I bought or sold investments
What a fantastic product. I use to get my taxes done by a professional, but decided to use TurboTax and found that by going through the steps, which are easily understood, you are able to get through the process very smoothly. I love this product now and will always go back to it each year. Thanks TurboTax!!!
TurboTax made it very easy to gather the required information and walked me through the steps to file both my Federal and State taxes. Transfering the information from my 2012 return made most of the steps a breeze to get through.
What's great about it: Easily transferred from my 2012 return and walked me through what I needed to know
The cost of the software is well worth the reduction in time and effort it would require me to prepare the returns by hand. It steps you through many itemized deductions, not just the common ones. I can submit my return with confidence that I have received the maximum tax credits. Also, if you use the software for consecutive years, it can import the basic data and saves time.
What's great about it: Step by Step guidance, very easy to use, free federal efile
When attempting to print my Return, I was unsure exactly how to print it until I went to my program's File Icon and printed there. Why don't you just have a box or pop-up window to select it automatically to save us the frustration of trying to figure this out?
I have a penalty of $62 in a line with Form 2210 - there's no warning or explanation of what this means.