On Line vs. CD Versions: Can you file multiple returns using the on line version of Turbo Tax?
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With TurboTax Online you have to use a separate user ID for each federal return that you file, which means you have to pay separately for each one. If you have to file for multiple family members, the CD version will cost less. With TurboTax Online, since each federal return is a separate account, you also have to purchase the state separately for each person. If one person has to file in two states, you have to purchase both states for that person. With the CD version you purchase each state once, and you can use it for as many people as need it. For example, if you live in New York, and some family members work in New Jersey, you would purchase one copy of New York and one copy of New Jersey. You would use the one New York program for everyone, and the one New Jersey program for all those who need it. If you buy the Federal + State product, the first state is included at no extra charge, so you only have to buy another state if you need a different state. Again, if you are filing for multiple family members, the CD version is going to cost less.
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Yes, I think so...If you want multiple copies you are better off purchasing a volume license directly from FileMaker or an FileMaker Business Alliance partner in your area. There are many options to fit budgets.
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Similar product, but uses the 2013 tax forms instead of 2012. Trying to use the 2012 software to file 2013 taxes won't work as it will print out on 2012 forms and e-file as a 2012 return instead of a 2013 return.
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YEP! They charge you $17.95 to e-file. AND another $17.95 for state e-file. That was a dirty little trick that I did not know. It is buried in the product description....but my goodness, didn't you assume a $40 tax piece of software included e-file?? I sure did! Needless to say, I am irritated at them trying to gouge me for another $36, so I am mailing in my return after printing it out. So much for a computer making this return faster...
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No - there can only be one user with the software loaded on one computer. But with this software I do my taxes, my son's, my mother's and a friends. So it's well worth it to me. Oh, you can have 5 electronic internet returns by entering the key code provided you on the software but you can do only 1 free state return. You can file additional state returns electronically by paying the state's filing fee on a credit card or you can just print them out and mail them. I've been using this product for probably 15 years now and never a problem.
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I use the 2013 Turbo Tax as a help for me to work up my tax estimates for the year 2014, as I file and pay quarterly taxes. Turbo Tax is helpful in working up the 2014 estimates. You must however buy a new 2014 Turbo Tax to complete your 2014 taxes, as tax rates change and laws change. I am not sure I understand the print question, but you can print out any forms you desire, including any worksheets, and I usually print out my final return before I E-File.
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http://turbotax.intuit.com/best-tax-software/why-choose-turbotax/start-now-finish-faster.jsp With the CD/Download version (as opposed to the online version), you get up to 5 federal efiles included at no extra cost. State efiles are $19.95 extra per efile.
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Yes. Once a return is started, Turbo Tax Basic allows the user two options for entry: the interview method or the self-exploration method. Choosing the latter allows the user to push a "forms method" button to see actual forms, one of which is Schedule B. Once the form is in view it is easy to enter dividend and interest income directly.
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You have got to love the fact that "Bob" works for and supports Turbo Tax. I used Free Tax USA for the first time (previously with Turbo Tax) and have a Masters in Tax (so I think I know what I am talking about) and found both products very similar. Turbo Tax has a few more bells but if your return is fairly straight foreword, save the money and go with Free Tax USA. Brian
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This is from the Turbo tax/Intuit website: "After you've purchased a downloadable product from turbotax.com, you can re-download it as often as you like for up to 3 years after purchase." Also the following answer from Turbo tax: "The TurboTax End User License Agreement (EULA) for the Basic, Deluxe, Premier, and Home & Business CD/Download versions allows you to install TurboTax on all computers owned by you."
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Not with this version no, but the company's website does offer a new online version that allows you to do exactly that. From what I've heard it's actually a really great product.
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Amazon allows you to re-download the software in the future. By the way, TurboTax also allows you to print your return as a PDF so you won't have to re-print your return in the future.
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You can install the software on another computer, but don't forget to transfer the file you created for your tax return to that other computer as well.
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With a download you are not getting software that is specifically tied to a particular serial and registration number. It is the serial number that is unique to each registration number so there really is little risk with the download. However if you plan to use payroll this is not the version for you as Sage will not sell you a tax service for it as it is an obsolete version. Also you won't be able to get support for it if you need it. They are now on version 2015
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A couple years ago I tried TaxCut after the TurboTax fiasco regarding rebates. I cut off my nose to spite my face. TaxCut could not accurately record and report the Clergy Housing Allowance calculations. I had to "lie" to the program to get the results I knew to be true (been doing my own clergy tax for almost 30 years with no problems and no audits). I wrote TaxCut with a detailed description of the problem, but have never received a response. Also, I found TaxCut clumsy and harder to use compared to TurboTax. Although I am back to TT this year and last, it may be time to use downloaded forms from IRS along with a desktop calculator. Others may want to begin paying a tax preparer and avoid the hassle altogether.
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Yes, the deluxe version includes 5 free federal e-files. It also includes one state program download, but there is a state e-file charge of $19.95 per return. All this info is shown on the back of the box.
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Tax laws change, so the software must, too. I personally use an updated version so the integration to my bank and business stays current and within tax code.