I have used H&R block software for many years. In several of those years, including this year, I have run into a technical problem connecting to H&R block servers: "ssl error or proxy issue". It appears to be a common error. I was not able to find a viable solution on H&R Block's web site or through Google search. The known fixes: "bring down firewall", "check/clear proxy settings" did not work. I finally discovered it is a problem with my internet provider and/or home router. I had to connect from another provider and things were fine. This shouldn't happen. My home internet is standard Verizon Fios. At the very least this 'fix' should be known and advertised.
Pros: Easy to prepare, Easy to import documents, Fast
My biggest problem was with the New York State estimated tax payments section. The instructions said you could do an e-payment for estimated taxes or pay by check. However, the program gave error messages no matter what I did with the e-file option. I finally had to delete all the e-file forms to have it pass the accuracy review. Very frustrating and time consuming.
Efficient. But I needed AZ Form 348 in software. I had to download it from the state site and fill it out by hand, which makes it impossible to file on-line.
H&R Block program is easy to use and helps guide you through the steps of entering all your information. There is also a help button & you also have the option of contacting an agent. It makes doing your taxes easier.
I was fed up with H&R last year, but I decided to give it another chance. Big Mistake! Some of the forms were not even ready until MARCH! The dividend and royalties are wrongly calculated. Interview boxes and IRS forms sometimes are not in synch. The changes in the actual IRS forms are hard to make – and if you manage to do it, the program says that you have to do a paper file. Nest year: the will have to PAY ME before I even think about using this software.
I like H&R's comprehensive approach to tax preparation. The interview tool comprehensive, easy to setup and use, and reasonably simple for the nonprofessional. Manual data entry is fairly straight forward and uncomplicated. Overall their H&R's Deluxe 2019 Software allowed me to file my taxes quickly, without major problems.