I have used H&R Block Deluxe + State for many years. It is so much easier and faster than trying to use paper forms, instructions, and manual calculations. Federal tax information is automatically copied into my State files. Information from last years filing is automatically copied into the new year tax files. The efile is great.
The tax program downloaded and installed without any problems and was ready to go. Details from previous year were imported and easily edited as necessary. Step by step questions were clear and allowed for updates or addition of new forms or status changes. In a short time span I was done with my initial run. I did a second run of the process with a new file name to verify my results (they were the same) and I was ready to e-file my Federal return. I then downloaded my state tax program and ran through it twice. The state program was even quicker than the Federal. I chose to paper file my state return as a state e-file, for me, is too expensive. Overall, the tax program I used (H&R Block Deluxe + State) is excellent for my tax status and I will likely use it again.
I found HR Block Deluxe software more comprehensive than Turbo Tax and much easier to use. I prepare 4-5 returns each year and it has handled all situations correctly with only one exception. That is a great track record considering I have been using it for nearly 20 years.
Used for years, like the help pages and forms. Receive must faster refunds by e-filing. Easy to jump around and go back to add missed data. Good verification checks and very easy to e-file. You see new improvements each year. Never a problem.
Pros: Easy to prepare, Easy to import documents, Fast