Comments on: How to File Your Annual Tax Returns Online

By: Maryland Tax 2010

Maryland Tax 2010 — Wed, 01 Dec 2010 05:41:18 +0000

Ok i totally agree with you but what is the best procedure for Maryland state tax filing online and which one is the best site for state tax filing?

By: Stephanie Bird

Stephanie Bird — Mon, 26 Apr 2010 21:35:25 +0000

When TaxACT tried to charge me $12 to see my past years data I started looking for another site. After some research (and careful consideration) I filed my taxes on a site called freetaxusa.com. The research showed they had the best offer online and it was really easy.

By: Danny

Danny — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 06:57:17 +0000

ahm…how to compute annual tax?

By: Ann

Ann — Sat, 23 Jan 2010 18:39:09 +0000

One word of caution to TurboTax users. My brother-in-law has used it for years due to owning several properties and the need for proper claimimg of deductions. All was fine until he decided to convert a former rental property back to his residence. TurboTax continued to count this property as a rental; unkown to him until the IRS came calling. Seems the program automatically uses deductions from previous returns, without being prompted, while entering your present years taxes. He has now been audited for 2006 and 2008 due to this glitch in the TurboTax program. He will not make that mistake when filing 2009 taxes. Just be very careful if you are in this similar situation.

By: SFaith

SFaith — Fri, 22 Jan 2010 22:04:06 +0000

I’ve been having my taxes done by paid professionals and have had nothing but problems with the last two preparers. I think I’ll try Turbo tax this year.

By: beenzu muzingwani

beenzu muzingwani — Fri, 22 Jan 2010 15:28:35 +0000

the launguege is very strong for me,more in the area of tax launguge,am so keen to learn easy ways and means of saving money ,thankx very much.

beenzu
zambia

By: DR

DR — Sun, 17 Jan 2010 13:17:55 +0000

Nicholas, thanks for the tip.

By: DR

DR — Sun, 17 Jan 2010 13:17:00 +0000

Dubary, I’ve used TurboTax for years, too, and have been happy with the product. If you do switch to TaxAct, let us know if you like it better.

By: Edwin

Edwin — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 22:41:46 +0000

All members of my family used to go through a tax pro to get our taxes filed. I made the switch to tax software about 5 years ago and never looked back. I started with TaxSlayer and found TurboTax to be much better and easier to use than the slightly cheaper alternatives.Just last year I finally convinced my father to use TurboTax and drop the tax pro because his return really wasn't as complicated as he was led to believe. He also had a great experience with the process and is doing it again this year.

By: Nicholas

Nicholas — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 19:48:43 +0000

The IRS allows e-file on their website directly. It’s basically an electronic version of their 1040 forms. If you usually do your 1040′s by hand, this is a great way to e-file. However, can also use TurboTax, H&R Block, or Tax Act as they let you enter all your information and calculate your refund (or what you owe) without paying. You only pay when you are ready to print and/or e-file, even for their premium versions (that cost money). Then you can verify you are getting all your deductions/refunds/what you owe and compare this to a 1040 you do by hand. Once everything matches up, you can manually e-file via the IRS and forgo the cost to e-file with one of the above mentioned three.