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FreeTaxUSA Tax Software Review


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FreeTaxUSA is owned by TaxHawk, Inc. and started in 2001 by group of certified public accountants and software developers. FreeTaxUSA comes in two editions, Free and Deluxe version. Tax preparation features and functionalities are basically similar with its Deluxe edition offer better support services.

Platforms

Cloud-based
Software

Versions

Free
Deluxe Add-On Features

Plans and Features

Free Edition

  • Federal tax return
  • E-file service
  • Account information roll over
  • Import last years return via PDF
  • Printing of tax return
  • Online backup of completed returns
  • Complex tax filling
  • Federal tax extension
  • Instant status notification
  • Customer support
  • Refund direct deposit
  • Deduction and credit maximize
  • Tax exemptions
  • Small business taxes
  • Help with writing off expenses with interview-style questions

*** Plus $12.95 – State Additional

 

Deluxe Add-On Features ($6.99)

  • Live chat (Monday – Friday 9am to 11pm EST)
  • Unlimited amended tax returns at no extra cost
  • Priority customer support
  • Audit assist

*** Plus $12.95 – State Additional

Features

Standard tax preparation features for FreeTaxUSA tax preparation software’s Free and Deluxe edition is basically similar. The only major difference is the higher level of support services and unlimited amended returns for its Deluxe offer. This means Free edition users are able to enjoy all the functionality and tax preparation features enjoyed by paying users.

FreeTaxUSA does not come with the same formal interface seen in other popular tax preparation software. Navigating is quite simple with information neatly laid out in the various categories and sub-menus contained in the homepage. Entering your tax information data is through a step-by-step process with help topics within easy reach.

Accuracy

  • 100% accuracy guarantee
  • Audit assist (Deluxe edition)

Support

Email support
Knowledge base
Audit support (Available only as a deluxe add-on)

FreeTaxUSA Tax Preparation Software Summary

FreeTaxUSA comes with most of the standard tax preparation features that people searching for this type of service should offer, making it perfect for those who would like to try tax preparation software for the first time.

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Customer Comments & Reviews

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Danny R
2/27/2020
I reserve 5 star ratings for truly excellent work and FreeTaxUSA deserves it. First I tried to use TurboTax like I did last year, but they had fees that they added as I went through their cumbersome process. When I was at the final page, I read what I was agreeing to before clicking on the "Agree" button. They wanted me to agree to give them $120 for a relatively simple tax return. Instead, I looked for another tax service site that would tell me the cost up front. I found FreeTaxUSA. It cost me less than $13, gave me a larger refund, was easy to navigate, and took less than half the time that TurboTax took. You do not need to look any further than FreeTaxUSA. You will... Read More

Karen K
2/21/2019
So easy, so user friendly, so cost effective. Easy to navigate. Even handles 1099-MISC income for self employed persons. It asks all the right questions to determine what deductions and what credits you are eligible for. If you don't understand something you just click on the question mark and it provides additional details. You just provide the answers and dollar amounts, and it spits out all the necessary, calculated IRS forms for you. After completing your federal return it is ready for your state return info. It e-files both returns for you. Why hire an accountant?

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