This table is a companion resource to our article Tax Software Comparison that compares the most popular tax return software and services. Use it to help you make an informed decision when deciding on a tax return software. If you click on a company name in the header (or footer), you will be taken to a more in-depth review of that tax return software on the main article page…
Filing taxes is already stressful, but what if you hit “submit” and find out that someone has already filed a fraudulent tax return in your name? Chaos ensues, and you don’t know how this could’ve happened. These 5 tips could help save you from this headache…
As the owner of design for H&R Block’s online DIY tax preparation, DIY software, and their integration with MyBlock, the retail experience, and hrblock.com, Shane Wilson leads a team of experience and visual designers, and content crafters. Their goal is nothing less than creating the industry’s best customer experience. We got the chance to chat with Shane about his experience at one of the leading tax companies and our number one pick for best tax software. Read on to hear what they have in store for the upcoming tax season and how they’re helping business owners everywhere with their tax prep…
When tax season comes around each year there are those who always go with a name they know, those who go straight to an accountant and those who are willing to shop around. We will point out some strengths and weaknesses of each tax product company and also share our choices for the best of the best to help you decide which service best suits your needs…
Everyone dreads tax time, but it’s a necessary evil that no one can avoid. eSmart Tax, one of our best picks for online tax software, makes filing taxes as easy as possible. With no software to download and free federal e-filing, eSmart Tax is a great option for folks with simple returns…
H&R Block Tax fills a void for people who like to file their taxes themselves but still want the security of knowing they don’t have to solely depend on software. H&R Block tax users have the option to visit their local branch and get face-to-face advice from a tax expert…
Let’s face it. Nearly everyone dreads tax season. Fortunately, TurboTax makes the experience as smooth as possible. Excellent features and the easy-to-use interface make TurboTax 2017 one of the industry leading software solutions and our number two pick for Best Online Tax Software. (To clarify, this software is updated for 2018 but is for the 2017 tax season.)…
Have you received the dreaded notice that you’re being audited by the Internal Revenue Service? Or worry that the big audit might strike you when you least expect it? If you get audited by the IRS, what happens? First, don’t panic. There are many reasons for an audit, and in 80% of all cases, this requirement only concerns a minor issue on your tax return. Still, we know it’s a stressful event, and we’re here to give you the information you need to get through the process as easily as possible…
Legislation has been enacted in several states to tax the sale of affiliate products. The legislation, widely known as the Amazon Tax, or Affiliate Program Tax, or Sales and Use Tax, requires that an affiliate provider pay state sales tax on items sold by their affiliates, whether or not the directly operate in the state. Affiliate providers such as Amazon.com, instead of paying the sales tax, are terminating affiliate accounts in affected states, including those where the law is being considered. Read this article to find out how you can help prevent the law from going into effect in your state…
