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TurboTax |
H&R Block TaxCut |
TaxAct |
CompleteTax |
TaxBrain |
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| Price |
Free - $109.95
+ state $30.95
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Free - $109.95
+ state $34.95 |
$14.95 - $17.95 |
$14.95 - $29.95
+ state $19.95 |
$14.95 - $69.95
+ state $29.95 |
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| Features |
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| Error Checking |
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| Import Tax Data |
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| Interview Style |
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| Compare Join vs. Separate Filing |
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| Final Review |
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| Deduction Finder |
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| Compare Deductions from Year to Year |
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| Compare to National Average |
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| IRS Doc Reference |
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| Tax Planner |
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| Audit Defense |
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| e-Filing Features |
| Electronic Filing |
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| IRS Confirmation |
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| Check Tax Return Status |
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| Deduct e-File Fee From Refund |
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| Prep & File Multiple Returns |
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| Refund Loan |
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| Tax Prep Assistance |
| Tax Consultant Available |
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| Features to Assist Small Business |
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| Retirement Planning Feature |
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| Home / Rental Owner Feature |
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| Investments |
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| Family Tax Stratgies |
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| Help / Support |
| Phone Support |
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| Live Chat |
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| Email Support |
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| Tutorials |
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| FAQ Resource |
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| Online Help Docs |
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| User Forums |
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