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Overall, TaxCut is an excellent tax product at a low price; TaxCut Premium + State + E-file is just $44.95. The user interface is very simple and easy to understand and the help menu is useful in finding the answers to all tax related questions.TaxCut Premium + State + E-file is available in a software box version or download. The software includes federal and state filing and all of the convenient features of the online version, plus TaxCut Business, which helps prepare
corporate, S-corp, partnership, LLC and payroll returns. The advantage of the box version is you can import from many personal finance software packages, including TurboTax, Quicken, Microsoft Money, and H&R Block DeductionPro. The disadvantages are you have to install the software on your computer and update it yearly. If you go with the box or downloadable version, remember to back up your files!
One of the most important features to new or inexperienced tax preparers is a site's help system. TaxSlayer shines in this area, so if you get stuck, or just want a little clarification, help is often a click or short phone call away.
It only takes about a minute to begin preparing returns. Just enter some basic info, choose a user name and password, and off you go.
TaxSlayer's interview process makes it apparent what information is needed on most pages. Many terms have a clearly visible question mark next to them that gives a detailed explanation should you get confused. Their navigation menu on the left side of each page makes it easy to move to any section at will, and their refund/owe meter lets you know where you stand with the IRS. If you are audited, TaxSlayer professionals will advise and help you prepare your documents for the IRS, which is a big plus in our book.
TaxSlayer's help center answers a good number of frequently asked questions. The Tax Tips section gives tax advice on subjects ranging from tax law changes, claiming dependents, and filing for military personnel. They even have a tutorial video showing how to use the site. If you need to call them, their phone number is clearly displayed on each page. It's not toll-free, but we generally got through within two or three minutes. They also give free email support and respond within a few hours to most questions.
TaxSlayer has become a viable option for preparing and filing your tax returns. Their support is first-rate and they continually make their products better. At $19.95, TaxSlayer is a good choice if you're not filing anything too complex.
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