H&R software was easy to use and covered all of the areas needed. I have used it for many years and count on it to make it straightforward to prepare taxes. Highly recommended.
I have used this program for about 10+ years and have found it to be very user friendly. I like the ability to auto fill last years data onto the return each year it helps to assure that you have all the information from the previous year . I prepared taxes for 25 years and this program is as easy to navigate as the one used by professional services.
Pros: Easy to prepare, Maximizes refund, Easy to import documents, Fast
The actual software is fine. It seems to be complete. However pay attention to all the extra charges and fees that you think should be included and are not. They suck you in on the front page that says "Start for Free" After you spend hours inputting your information they hit you with extra charges. I just want to buy the software, have a CD, input my information and save everything to my computer. This is not an easy option anymore and they want to control your information by storing it in "The Cloud" Still cheaper than a CPA but more frustrating.
NY state tax was not clearly done for non resident rental income. No helpful links. Confusing. Paid the tax due that the program called for but have received a small refund from NYS for overpayment. Federal passive rental income is also not clear, but hopefully moves numbers to the right spot.
Every return I filed for my family got flagged by the IRS. I am a very experienced tax preparer, and I have never had this happen in the last 25 years.
Pros: Easy to import documents
Cons: Time consuming, Doesn't maximize refund, Hard to prepare