November, 2024 Prices may vary by location and are updated frequently.
Item | Price | |||
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Free Tax Software |
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Free Edition | $0.00 | |||
Deluxe Edition | $7.99 | |||
Pro Edition | $49.99 | |||
Federal | $0.00 | |||
State Tax Return | $14.99 | |||
Others |
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Tax Extension | $0.00 | |||
Audit Defense | $19.99 | |||
Prior Year Returns - Federal | $0.00 | |||
Prior Year Returns - State | $17.99 | |||
Self Printed Tax Return | $0.00 | |||
Professionally Printed Return | $7.99 | |||
Professionally Bound Return | $15.99 | |||
Unlimited Amended Returns - Current Year | $15.98 | |||
Unlimited Amended Returns - Prior Years | $17.97 |
About FreeTaxUSA
Founded in 2001, FreeTaxUSA is an original member of the IRS Free File Alliance. It is an authorized IRS e-file provider, and it has securely filed at least 50 million federal tax returns. All data is encrypted, when you’re entering your info and when you e-file your taxes. It has an A+ rating with the BBB and a documented history of taking care of our customers.
It was founded by a CPA, along with a team of professional software developers. It currently employs more than 150 employees, and everyone here is American (including all the customer support personnel). That eliminates any potential communication issues.
Every tax year, the team of tax professionals at FreeTaxUSA updates the software to the latest federal and state standards. They set in the new credits, deductions, and changes to the tax code. Once they’ve updated the software, it goes through a demanding testing and approval process with the IRS and with each state. This makes sure that FreeTaxUSA is ready for the new tax season.
Costs
There are no hidden fees with FreeTaxUSA, and the costs are surprisingly low. In fact, you can enjoy free federal tax filing for whatever situation. It takes various situations into account, including home ownership or the sale of your home, earned income, rental income, and investments. FreeTaxUSA also handles filings for freelancers, contractors, and small businesses.
Various services are free, such as the federal tax return, electronic filing, customer support, printable tax return, and tax extension. FreeTaxUSA only makes money when you also go with various optional services.
For just a few measly dollars, you enjoy the Deluxe package. This provides you with priority support with live chat, so you won’t have to wait long when you have questions. You get unlimited amended returns, and much needed assistance if you’re audited.
Accuracy
Mistakes in tax returns can be frustrating and inconvenient, but FreeTaxUSA guarantees total accuracy. There’s real-time checking as you enter your information. Every time you complete a section, FreeTaxUSA checks the section over for any issues. Once you’re done and you’re ready to submit your taxes, it gets a final check.