I have used HR Block for many years. Had another done by a consultant. He itemized and had business expenses. None of those were deductible. I could get to the area to make sure they were deleted so then I had issues and had to delete parts thru that area. I felt very uncertain about submitting the return.
Pros: Easy to import documents
Cons: Time consuming, Doesn't maximize refund, Hard to prepare
The software is easy to use and walks you through everything. There are explanations for everything. I've been using it since it first came out and was called Tax Cut. I usually run through our taxes as individual and joint filing status to see the differences. This software makes it easy.
Pros: Easy to prepare, Maximizes refund, Easy to import documents, Fast
Refer: Ohio State sheet/page "Your business sources" The page seemed to be requesting data for business name, FEIN/1099 and percentage with one column of data boxes that would not accept numbers or letters. Finding help for this page seemed too difficult. Not supplying this data prevented emailing the Ohio return.
I used the H&R Block Deluxe software on 3/17/20 & my refund is in my bank account already!! I'm thankful to H&R Block and to the IRS for electronically processing my return especially in the difficult times we are ALL experiencing with Covid-19!---very thankful!