I've been a Turbo Tax user for many, many years (since TaxCut left). This year, TurboTax Deluxe stopped supporting download of financial data unless you purchased the Premiere version. Aggravated at the cost of that version, I decided to try H&R Block Deluxe. What a surprise!
1. Easy of use: I found it much easier to move around in this program than in TurboTax. One of my pet peeves with Turbo Tax, is that if you want to go back through a section, it would take you through a long series of questions all over again. Making matters even more annoying, some of those questions required a yes/no answer to move on and TurboTax didn't remember your last response, making you reread and rethink your answer when all you want to do it move on, making no changes. H&R Block reduces the number of such questioning pages by giving you a list of items that might apply to you that you check off and only addressing those questions. Also, it remembers your responses, so repeating a series of questions is easy....just keep pressing 'Next'.
2. Accuracy: I have IRA accounts in which I have a large basis (already taxed money deposited in those IRAs). I'd totally forgotten about it when I began taking out RMDs (required minimum withdrawals) from those accounts. This is my 4th year of RMD withdrawals. H&R Block software (Deluxe version) asked about any basis I have in RMDs and when I marked off that I did, it took me through completion of the Form 8606 needed to recoup the proper proportion of RMD income that is not subject to income tax. Realizing I'd been missing out, I have now gone back to Turbo Tax Deluxe for 2016-2018 to create amended returns to account for this. It was not easy to do in the Deluxe version. I had to know what form to go after. When I did, Turbo Tax warned me that I should upgrade to the Premiere version to get better support. I was able to complete the amended returns in the Deluxe versions, but I am quite angry that Turbo Tax never even addressed the possibility that I might have a basis in my IRA RMDs. If I were still using Turbo Tax this year, I'd be missing out again. And, I am within a month of the time limit to amend my 2016 return.
3. Cost: Even better, H&R Block Deluxe version is much cheaper than Turbo Tax Deluxe and way, way cheaper than Turbo Tax Premiere!
[OLD VERSION] H&R Block Tax Software Deluxe + State 2019 [Amazon Exclusive] [PC Download]
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Price: 44.99
Last update: 12-23-2024
About this item
Five free federal e-files and unlimited federal preparation and printing
One state program download included - a $39.95 value
Guidance on maximizing mortgage interest and real estate tax deductions
Reporting assistance on income from investments, stock options, home sales, and retirement
Quickly import your W-2, 1099, 1098, last year's personal tax return
Free live product help via chat - or get tax help from a tax expert for a fee
Help Center has more than 13,000 articles, frequently asked questions, and tips in case you get stuck while preparing your taxes
Must allocate all or a portion of Federal refund to Amazon.com Gift Card to receive 4% Refund Bonus
One state program download included - a $39.95 value
Guidance on maximizing mortgage interest and real estate tax deductions
Reporting assistance on income from investments, stock options, home sales, and retirement
Quickly import your W-2, 1099, 1098, last year's personal tax return
Free live product help via chat - or get tax help from a tax expert for a fee
Help Center has more than 13,000 articles, frequently asked questions, and tips in case you get stuck while preparing your taxes
Must allocate all or a portion of Federal refund to Amazon.com Gift Card to receive 4% Refund Bonus
From the manufacturer
H&R Block Deluxe + State Tax Software, Homeowners and Investors
Minimum System Requirements
- Operating System: Windows - 7/8.1/10
- Browser: Windows - Internet Explorer 9 or higher
- Hard Disk Space: 170MB
- Monitor: 1024x768 SVGA color monitor
H&R Block Deluxe + State Tax Software 2019 + 4% Refund Bonus Offer
Homeowners/Investors
The right choice to complete federal and state returns with expert help available every step of the way.
- Step-by-step Q&A and guidance on all available credits and deductions
- Quickly import your W-2, 1099, 1098, and last year's personal tax return, even from other software.
- Itemize deductions with Schedule A
- Five free federal e-files for your personal return, and unlimited federal preparation and printing
- Reporting assistance on income from investments, stock options, home sales, and retirement
- Guidance on maximizing mortgage interest and real estate tax deductions
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Refund Bonus OfferChoose to put your refund on an Amazon gift card and you can get a 4% bonus. See Amazon.com for offer details. |
Switch In SecondsImporting last year's tax information from other tax software providers is as easy as dragging and dropping. |
Help Is Just A Click AwayOur help center has more than 13,000 articles, frequently asked questions, and tips in case you get stuck while preparing your taxes. Need some tax advice along the way? Our tax experts are available via chat to answer all your questions (fees apply). |
Here If You Need UsIn the unlikely event of an audit, an H&R Block Enrolled Agent, the highest credential the IRS awards, will help and represent you in- person at no additional cost. |
Top reviews from the United States
Margaret H
Easy to use and very comprehensive
Reviewed in the United States on February 25, 2020Simple Guy
Easy to Use Tax Preparation Software
Reviewed in the United States on March 29, 2020khc
Still a top value, but frustrating Quality-control glitches!
Reviewed in the United States on January 24, 2020