I have used this product for many years and generally have no probllems with it. However I think the weakest partof the software is getting prints of the forms for my records. More step by step documentation would be a big help also. Will i use it next year, yes if i can still do my own taxes.
I have been using this software for many years and have only had an excellent experience with it every year. All instructions are clear, and the interview is easy. All of my entries flow through to the state interview seamlessly. There is not even one feature that I can identify as missing. I will continue to use this in future years, and recommend it to anyone who has fears of doing their own taxes.
Pros: Easy to prepare, Easy to import documents, Fast
I find the process of doing my taxes stressful and tedious, even with software. Going through all of the questions is time-consuming and mental-energy consuming. However, the H&R Block software reduces some of the pain by having an excellent guidance system that takes the user through Income, Adjustments, Deductions, and more. I like the user interface and thoroughness of the 'interview' process. The software is comprehensive in asking about every issue and looking for ways to reduce $ owed or to maximize your refund from the Federal or state governments.
However, tax prep is easier if you learn more about how to do it before using the software. It took me over two days to prepare my taxes w/ the H&R Block software, but would have been faster if I knew more about the science of tax filing.
H&R Block makes it about as easy as it gets when it comes to doing your taxes. Consistent interface for years means that I'm familiar with the look every year when I do my taxes. They do a good job of hiding the stuff you don't need to worry about, but it's there--in normal English (and IRS-speak if you want it)--when you need it. And this is still an actual application on your computer (rather than submitting your data on a website).
Pros: Easy to prepare, Maximizes refund, Easy to import documents, Fast
The program prepared my taxes in a small fraction of the time it would have taken to prepare them manually. I t was easy to check a form, when I wondered how something was being handled.
My only complaint is that your charge for filing my state return electronically was much too high.