I have used TurboTax each year since 1996 and I generally like it. But it seems that each year I wish there were a telephone "Help Line" I could call when I have a problem. This year, my refund was enough to more than cover the all of the estimated tax payments which the program computed for me. I would have merely applied the refund to the next years taxes but the program never asked me if I wanted to do that. I went over the process several times hoping I would find the point where I could choose that option (as I have in past years) but never found it. So I will get the refund and pay quarterly estimates - what a pain!
What's great about it: Consistrent from yr to yr, generally
What's not so great: Hard to find answers or features
Have been using this program for many years, continues to be a relief to a stressful government (IRS) requirement that grows every year. T.T. has continued to make it easier and involves less time each year (one day filing/done). E. Filing is great for me. I always rec. to friends.
What's great about it: Simple to use on standard returns.
What's not so great: A lot of paper used for print copy.
Very user friendly. Being able to transfer last years info and import W-2's is a big time saver. Also showing last years entries is a great check so you don't miss anything. It is also a good check to see if there are any big unexplained changes.
What's great about it: I like being able to transfer last years info and import W-2's
I am always amazed at the ease of use and how intuitive the software is. I can ask questions and get answers so that I can continue to move quickly through the process. I can complete my returns within a couple of hours and feel confident they are accurate and ask questions to ensure that I am getting the most deductions possible. I recommend Turbo Tax to anyone who has not yet tried it.
What's great about it: asked a question and received immediate information
What's not so great: confusion on one section related to pensions for state return
Federal tax due is in red numerals in a black background box and it is unreadable. Please make this box white background with red numerals for money owed and green numerals for refunds due.
What's great about it: Importing financial data
What's not so great: red balance owed in the black box on top of page is imposible to read. Please make it red in white box for owing taxes.