I am thinking of trying Turbo Tax??

[Vickie46]

Has anyone else done this online??? Did it turn out ok? any advice? any problems?

 

[HLAuburn]

We've used TT the past few years with no issues. It's very easy...walks you through every step. My only "complaint" (if you want to call it that) is that the cost adds up when you do an itemized Federal and a State return, but its still much cheaper than going to HRBlock or a place like that.

 

[cole6179]

We have used them the 4 or 5 years and had no trouble. It's easy to use and the returns have always been on time. Good luck! ETA: You can itemize without having to 'upgrade'. Our state offers free e-file, so I never pay to file through turbo tax....just federal.

 

[bettymae1121]

I've used them since 2001 and love the program. Last year was the first year I did the free version online and it was just as easy as the version you buy at the store. I never pay to file because I can file my state return for free on my state's IRS website. So between the free version online, the free federal e-file and not having to pay to file at my state's site, I don't pay to e-file my taxes anymore!

 

[summerrluvv]

I use them every year without an issue. One year I did have an issue with some kind of glitch in the IRS system saying my DD wasn't listed, but she was on the forms. It ended up just being a glitch and my refund was still on time.

I filed with them this year and got notice the IRS accepted my return yesterday and I'll get my refund the 29th

 

[pixiewings71]

I've used them for a couple of years now. I usually file free with them so for me it's great. DBF uses them as well, he itemizes so he can't file free but it's still reasonable price wise.

 

[mousebymarriage]

We have used it quite a few times without any problems. It is pretty easy and it walks you through the steps.

 

[tzolkin]

I've used a Turbo Tax program before, but the past two years I've used TaxAct. It was about the same and it was free online.

 

[sharonmickey]

I agree with PPs. Turbo Tax is great. I've used it the past few years (free for low-income). Last year I did pay $10 to file my state tax - I know it's free to file online but I would have had to reenter all my information and it was easier to pay the $10. I had my refund in less than two weeks using direct deposit.

 

[Prettyprincess317]

We have been using Turbo Tax for the past 5 years. It is fast and easy! They always get us back the maximum refund! I am anxiously awaiting our refund. Scheduled deposit into our bank account on 1/29/10! I can't wait to book our trip to Disney! Only 61 more days!

The other great thing is they have a program that allows you to pull your W2 electronically from your employers data base (if they use a payroll system such as ADP). This made it possible for me to get my taxes done by 1/8/10 and accepted by the IRS on 1/17/10 before my employer even gave me my paper copy of my W2! Don't hesitate!

 

[donaldsgirl]

We use TT every year with no problems. It is great at digging up extra deductions, in our case ALOT of deductions. It is very easy to use, it walks you through step by step and you can also purchase protection from them incase you get flagged to be audited. It lets you know if you are doing something that will flag an audit too. Bank of America and USAA give you discounts but you have to log on to thier site and use the link they have there. You can try it for free and if you dont like it then don't pay for it.

 

[Ava]

I've used a Turbo Tax program before, but the past two years I've used TaxAct. It was about the same and it was free online.

I saw a commercial for TaxAct the other day - I'd never heard of it before & wasn't sure if it was legit. Nice to hear it is! Can you do an itemized return with it as well, or is it just simple returns? I was going to use TurboTax this year but may try TaxAct if I can itemize with it.

 

[3boymthr]

I used it last year. I forgot to file until April 15 so I was able to get my taxes done and filed before the midnight deadline even tho the post office was closed.

I had no problems with it.

 

[cole6179]

I saw a commercial for TaxAct the other day - I'd never heard of it before & wasn't sure if it was legit. Nice to hear it is! Can you do an itemized return with it as well, or is it just simple returns? I was going to use TurboTax this year but may try TaxAct if I can itemize with it.

I had used the IRS tax estimators and then went to use TaxAct, I noticed that it was about $1000 less than what I was given as an estimate (and what I was expecting from last year's return) I hopped on Turbotax and got the amount I was looking for? I then remembered taxact did the same thing to me last year. I don't know if they are missing one of my credits or what? (so double check your numbers)

 

[rapmarks]

I have used Turbo Tax for years.
I usually do 5 tax returns, but this year I have to do 6.
There are 5 federal efiles with the purchase, so I will probably do my mother's return ont he free site. does the free site include free efile?

 

[branv]

I used Turbo Tax in the past and was perfectly happy.

Then I saw that Tax Act for even the deduction one was free, so I did that one last year and had no real problems. I didn't find it quite as intuitive as Turbo Tax, but hey, for free that's okay! I had some issues doing some basic stock selling configurations, and it was pretty frustrating having to figure it out on my own (and still suspect I ended up on the losing end on that one), but knew that was what I got for going with the cheaper product. Everything else was okay.

Now this year we needed something that could help us with more complicated RSU stocks, an inherited royalty, and TaxAct just didn't offer anything at that level. So I used the Turbo Tax next higher level (which was $50 cheaper online than at the store) and I was so relieved at what a breeze it was. After dealing with the mess last year on just figuring out, even with a program, basic stock stuff, this was amazing.

NOW...if you're unsure, you can always do both TaxAct and TurboTax online for free and see how your return compares. You don't pay until you actually file. I know it's a lot more work, but can also give you peace of mind (especially considering what a PP put about almost losing out on $1K! )

 

[Sabrina90744]

I used Turbo Tax last year and TaxAct this year. Turbo Tax wanted $53 to file my fed and state, TaxAct was only $14.95 for both. I must say though I found Turbo Tax a little easier

 

[piglet33]

I used Turbo Tax last year and TaxAct this year. Turbo Tax wanted $53 to file my fed and state, TaxAct was only $14.95 for both. I must say though I found Turbo Tax a little easier

I usually use TurboTax but this year I'm using TaxACT. I used a link from Slickdeals and got both Fed and State for $11.90. A lot cheaper than TT. I will definitely double check my numbers to make sure I get the correct amount back, but for that savings, it's worth it to me.

 

[jrnunzio3]

I used TurboTax for the first time last year. I thought that it was pretty simple to use and they walked you through everything.

I recently received a 2009 CD from TurboTax in the mail. Do they normally send you out a free CD????

 

[mjkacmom]

DH has been a CFP for 20 years, and uses TT every year. He said it's so easy, I could do it!