5 stars as it is what is used to be once you take its new flaws, mainly the install process, but minus 1 star for the changes in made against the 2023 and older versions, and rating doesn't rate the e-file process.
I'm a long time user, and was very concerned about the negative reviews late in 2023 for my staple tax program, how could those complaints be true, and how did Intuit go so wrong? There are some new things but passed it, it works the same as the old versions.
As of this review, I dl and installed and it was flawless. But, there was an unnerving gap during the installation when seemingly nothing happened as it didnt' restart as normal, and there was no notification to click the icon to get it started. Clicking on the program icon got it started again; but this can throw non-computer people off.
The install and notification screens go far slower than previous, also unnerving as you don't know what's happened, but once complete, the program responds as in the past.
It requires registration on Intuit's website now, which seems like a security issue, but Intuit is not alone in trying to use personal data beyond tax returns and has had issues with the FTC and class action, so caveat emptor. This has always been an issue until recent privacy laws, enacted only in the past 5 years or so, so I've used bogus personal information to generate a return, then manually edit the pdf to put the correct info before printing, which also allows me to proof the return in detail before submission.
For decades, I did not use e-file for security reasons so cannot comment on how it works today. The problems over the recent past confirm my skepticism about its security risks, including data breaches from the IRS itself. In the past 5 years or so, security from the IRS, and state gov't have improved, there are more protection laws as well as safe guards against ID theft, but until e-file is mandatory for all, I use paper returns.
[Old Version] TurboTax Home & Business 2023, Federal & State Tax Return [PC/Mac Disc]
4.4 | 4,552 ratings
Price: 0
Last update: 12-23-2024
About this item
Recommended if you are self-employed, an independent contractor, freelancer, small business owner, sole proprietor, or have a home office or home-based business.
Includes 5 Federal e-files and 1 State via download. State e-file sold separately. Free U.S.-based product support (hours may vary).
Your downloaded software resides on your computer, so you can view and manage your tax data (Intuit Account required).
Boost your bottom line with industry-specific small business tax deductions.
Get a head start by importing your info from last year's TurboTax return or other tax software.
Create and e-file W-2s and 1099s for employees & contractors using Quick Employer Forms.
Up-to-date with the latest tax laws so you have the latest information.
Avoid mistakes by importing W-2s, investment & mortgage information from participating companies.
Guides you through start-up costs that new businesses can deduct.
Simplified asset depreciation and reporting.
Includes 5 Federal e-files and 1 State via download. State e-file sold separately. Free U.S.-based product support (hours may vary).
Your downloaded software resides on your computer, so you can view and manage your tax data (Intuit Account required).
Boost your bottom line with industry-specific small business tax deductions.
Get a head start by importing your info from last year's TurboTax return or other tax software.
Create and e-file W-2s and 1099s for employees & contractors using Quick Employer Forms.
Up-to-date with the latest tax laws so you have the latest information.
Avoid mistakes by importing W-2s, investment & mortgage information from participating companies.
Guides you through start-up costs that new businesses can deduct.
Simplified asset depreciation and reporting.
From the manufacturer
TurboTax 2023 – File your taxes with 100% confidence
TurboTax is tailored to your unique situation. It searches for hundreds of personal and small business deductions and credits, so you can be confident you’re getting every dollar you deserve.
- Includes 5 Federal e-files and 1 State via download. State e-file sold separately. Free U.S.-based product support (hours may vary)
- Your downloaded software resides on your computer, so you can view and manage your tax data (Intuit Account required)
- Boost your bottom line with industry-specific small business tax deductions
- Get a head start by importing your info from last year's TurboTax return or other tax software
- Create and e-file W-2s and 1099s for employees & contractors using Quick Employer Forms
- Up-to-date with the latest tax laws so you have the latest information
- Avoid mistakes by importing W-2s, investment & mortgage information from participating companies
- Guides you through start-up costs that new businesses can deduct
- Simplified asset depreciation and reporting
- Audit Risk Meter checks your return for audit triggers
- Runs thousands of checks before you file to help identify missing deductions or credits
TurboTax Home & Business is recommended if any of the following apply:
- You are self-employed
- You are an independent contractor
- You are a freelancer
- Small business owner or sole proprietor
- Have a home office or home-based business
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