I always use the free, easy H&R Block Advantage online program to do my taxes.

With H&R Block Advantage, i's easy to resist frequent invitations to pay for more services, and continue doing your taxes for free.

Suggestion? -- file for an extension - then check w/ the AARP or senior center. My neighbor does taxes for the elderly at the local senior center (was an corporate accountant). Just have your paperwork all lined up - and it will go quickly.

I'm in much the same boat - haven't started and it won't be easy - so just filing an extension and throwing 'em enough coin that I don't get penalized.

Feels for you, seriously

Hopefully this link will work. If so, scroll down to "Free File Software Offers."

[apps.irs.gov]

If you made less than $66K, there are several links to free software like TaxAct, Tax Slayer, Turbo Tax, and more. You have to go through the IRS.gov website though, it you go to the actual vendor you'll pay full price. The prep is free, as is e-filing for both state and federal.

I've used TaxAct for the last several years, it's very easy and walks you right through.

H and R Block or Turbo Tax.

I hire a CPA even for a simple 1040 . That way I have someone in between me and the IRS.

Whats wrong with quicken’s website?

I finally caved and gave a very nice tall man two bens and a grant to deal with the shit.

I get jumpy even thinking of forms and schedules and columns.

Turbo tax has always worked for me.

I have used TaxAct, for the last 4yrs, for a somewhat complicated return. 40 bucks.

Are you not eligible for using a free online program like TaxAct.com? There are several for free use.

I use the totally free version of Turbo Tax . I think Intuit has something to do with that. It has worked for me for 2 years but it depends on your income level as well.