The software is fairly easy to follow. To effectively use the state additions, you will need greater familiarity with the state rules. Sadly, you can't prepare returns for all the members of your family as it will not allow you to electronically file more than five returns.
I switched from Turbo Tax to H&R Block about 8 years ago. Overall, I like HRB and it beats the alternatives. Still, I would like to see a few changes: * The questions in the interview can be unclear/confusing. * It is not possible to use the product for even basic tax planning for the following year. * The method of use should be changed to inputting every document before the interview starts. But it is a better product than the alternatives.
I finally ditched TurboTax after more than twenty years. My OS no longer supported Turbo software. The transition to H&R Block was smooth and intuitive yet not overly simple. Too often TurboTax will be so obscure that you are not aware what you are doing. H&R is tax software for adults who want to know what they are doing.
I've been using this software every year since at least 2004. It is easy to just import your basic information each year and then just add this years information.