Reviews of Online Tax Preparation Sites:

Our team of veteran tax preparers tested the most popular online tax preparation websites to see how they "measure up". We thoroughly reviewed all aspects of each site and prepared sample returns---comparing the actual results with returns we processed using the most sophisticated software available.

From the straightforward 1040 (with basic schedules) to very complex returns (dealing with such issues as AMT, passive activities, depreciation recapture, installment sales, foreign tax credits) we have covered the spectrum, assembling a comprehensive summary on each site. Of course, the results of our reviews, which are based on pre-established testing criteria, may differ from the results that other users might experience.

Coming Soon! Reviews will be available prior to the upcoming filing season.

• Summary Table of all Sites Tested
• H&R Block
• Jackson Hewitt
• Preptax.com
• Quicken TurboTax for the Web
• Taxes4less.com
• Accutax
• 123 Tax Prep
• Etax Online
• E1040.com

Categorized Tax Links:

These selected sites will make your research easier and keep you up to date with the ever changing consumer financial and tax environments.

• Tax Planning and Preparation
  IRS Website
  - Link to the IRS Digital Daily
  U.S. Tax Code Online
  - Search by code section or topic
  Publications and Resources
  - Tax literature and reference sources
• Finance and Lending
  Mortgage Loans and Credit Cards
  - With some unique financing alternatives
  Consumer Information
  - A little bit of everything for the consumer
  Investments
  - Links to the most popular online brokers
• Tax Forms
  - Federal and state forms for 1997 forward
• Other Useful Sites
  Real Estate and Other Property
  - From tax-free exchange specialists to the Kelly Blue Book - lots of useful sites
  Employment Data/Resources