Compare Online Tax Preparation Websites
Here is a list of online tax preparation websites in order of overall cost for preparing a federal and state tax return. You should note the word 'overall cost' - taking into account that most of the 'free' tax filing websites, including the IRS site, do not allow you to file your state taxes free. .
We often get questions from people who file their federal taxes for free and then scramble to find a resource to file their state taxes by itself.
- TURBOTAX ONLINE
By far one of the easiest websites to use. Both Federal and state tax e-filing is available. Very similar to the turbo tax packaged software. And the software has been proven for over a decade. Website features an interview style format, with lots of online help and prompts. Turbo tax also offers a Free-File option to file your Federal return for free. For 2008 the free e-files have been increased to 5. See here for a comparison of Turbotax products.
- TAXCUT ONLINE
TaxCut online is the online tax preparation site of H&R Block. H&R Block is one of the oldest tax preparation companies in existence. The website offers detailed interview style tax preparation. Great for novices and experts alike. Easy to use navigation. - TAXACT
TaxAct online is the online tax preparation site of TaxAct. A very simplified navigation and easy to use site. Easily navigate to any taxform you like by skipping the interview if you want. Great for beginners who are preparing their own taxes.
- TAXBRAIN
One of the fastest growing tax preparation sites. Here is an online tax prepration site where you can prepare your prior year taxes online. Outstanding customer support and customer service by phone. So If you have not filed your tax returns for 2006 and earlier years, this is the site to go to.
- FREETAXUSA
Free Federal Filing if you are located in certain states. Easy to use interface, complete most returns in less than 30 minutes.
- COMPLETETAX
Professional site. Detailed online interview process. Free e-filing for all returns.
- FILELATER
Unique tax site. Allows you to file your tax extension online without submitting a paper form. need more time than April 15th, you should check out FileLater. Filing an extension gives you until October 2009 to prepare and file your tax return. Better still you can even e-file the tax extension. This is your last recourse at tax time.