What is the best tax preparation software?
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Turbotax, it is the best and easiest.
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try the irs freefile prograhm\n\nhttp://www.irs.gov/app/freeFile/jsp/index.jsp
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The http://www.irs.gov site is excellent for any information you will ever need, including instructions for the 1099. They will also recommend a number of online services for electronic filing, one of which that I've used with ease for a couple years now is:\n\nhttp://www.taxactonline.com
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If you are a single student with lower income, it may cost you nothing. Visit http://www.irs.gov for more information.\n\nThere are some good software tools on line such as Turbo Tax, Tax Cut, Tax Act, H&R block, etc. If you have and can do your taxes yourself, this will be a good option. It costs anywhere from $20 - $40 to do your taxes for both federal and state.\n\nIf you need personal assistance, H&R block is renowned in this business. They charge upwards of $50 depending on your filing situation. Usually you end up paying around $70 but you are also buying peace of mind. They also review your returns from the past 3 years and that is pretty cool. \nhttp://www.hrblock.com\n\nThere are other small tax consultants that can be more personable and cater to your specific needs. Look up the yellow pages or newspaper ads for these.
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With one property you can probably just handle it with an excel spreadsheet.  The only thing that gets a little complicated is the depreciation for tax purposes, but a decent tax prep package should make that relatively painless.\n\nYou also may want to set up a separate account to make tracking a little easier.
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Turbo tax program breaks everything down for you and they have a set list of values already set in the program... Good Luck
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Call their corporate office and tell them where you want them sent. Or, have your tax preparer call them.
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I used TurboTax since before Intuit bought them out (it used to be a company called ChipSoft).  A couple of years ago I got fed up with the ever-increasing price of TurboTax and the rig-a-ma-role I had to put up with to get my rebates.  I finally switched to TaxCut by H&R Block.  \n\nBut your question is about TurboTax.  Whether it's worth it or not probably depends on your tax situation.  If you typically fill out the 1040-EZ form, TurboTax is definitely a waste of money.  If you typically fill out the 1040 long form, then TurboTax is probably a good investment (and quite possibly tax-deductible on next year's return).\n\nThe deluxe versions of all the programs include a free e-filing with a rebate.
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Depends on how experienced that person is. It's not that difficult. I'm a CPA in Orange County and can help you, but to be honest, Turbo Tax works great. Things you'll want to have handy is your 1098 from your mortgage company (mortgage interest paid, points paid if any, property taxes paid - unless you paid them yourself instead of through impounds), DMV registration (personal property taxes paid on your car), closing statement from when you bought your house (you may find other property taxes paid that is not included on the 1098). There are other deductions that you may be able to get. Turbo Tax walks your through it. I've attached some links that you should print out and read. Regardless of who does your taxes, you should understand what's going on. :)
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go to the preparer who filed your taxes and he/she should have a file in their offices of it
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A CPA will tell you to use a CPA because.... and come closer so i can tell you a secret...\n\nIt's because that's how they make money.  and I'm an accountant.\n\nThe best option, and I believe someone already said this, depends on how complicated you find your tax situation.  If you are single, no dependents, no investments, pretty much no deductions, then use a 1040EZ and file it yourself. You can pick up the form at any library, or now you can print it from the IRS site www.IRS.gov\n\nAs you get older, get married, have children, accumulate assets, etc your tax situation will change.  I personally use Turbo Tax Premier every year.  I think the interview is pretty complete and covers all bases, from stocks to charity.\n\nBTW, Rent is not deductible.
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quickbooks and myob are the best accounting softwares out there that i know of. they are worth the money and provide all the right tools for recording money etc....\n\n\nread some reviews on the net, just google it..\n\n"software quickbook review" or something
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Small to Medium sized businesses can use either a small local payroll processing company, or one of the big 2 payroll processors, ADP or Paychex.\n\nWhile there will always be a more personal touch with smaller businesses, the larger companies have failsafe disaster recovery plans, and have a much easier time abating tax penalties for their customers.\nAlso, ADP takes you to a call center, while Paychex gives you an assigned account rep, so there is that "down-home" feel. Your mileage may vary, but I certainly wouldn't want to take on the IRS because my local "Mom and Pop" went under halfway through the year.
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Quick tax---its easy I use it every year.  Its even a Canadian Company eh?\n\nwww.intuit.ca
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i actually use quickbooks premier accountant. Once you get used to it you can't live without it.
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W2 forms, or check out the IRS.
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You can use TurboTax software.