Photo Credit: Nik for Unsplash
Tax season can absolutely wreck your life for a few weeks, especially if the very thought of anything math-related makes you break out in a rash. (No? Just me?) But regardless of how overwhelming organizing all your receipts and deductions may seem, the process can be made a million times easier with the help of a tax preparation service. Believe me when I say, if these services can help me, they can help anyone.
Ready to make the process a whole lot easier with the help of step-by-step guidance along the way?
H&R Block
If you need rescuing during tax season, you’re in the best hands with the experts at H&R Block. Whether you’re planning on filing on your own or letting one of the pros file for you, this service will be at your beck and call every step of the way. Whether online or in person, H&R Block can set you up with a trusted expert to do the dirty work for you at a reasonable price.
But if you don’t want to pay the extra cost and are planning to file on your own, no worries. The service also offers step-by-step guidance — in simple language — to help you get it done by yourself.
Personally, I love this source. As someone who has a super tough time when it comes to figures and organization, H&R Block promises a host of helpful services that you can truly rely on. Plus, they promise 100% accuracy with reimbursement options if there are any errors. But with their 70+ years of expert experience, it’s a fat chance H&R will let anything fall through the cracks.
H&R Block busts the myth that filing for taxes is this scary, formidable task. With its sheer level of accessibility, you’ll get all the best tips and tricks for filing your 2024 taxes.
TurboTax
Not all tax filings are created equal. While some people file as self-employed, others file as gig owners, traditional employees, or freelancers. But, based on your specific situation the way you file taxes changes significantly. Things can get complicated if you have an unconventional employment status.
Fortunately, TurboTax is exceptional when it comes to taking on complex tax situations. As a freelancer, filing taxes can get tricky since it’s not the same process and a traditional employee. But with the help of TurboTax, I get live assistance that fully caters to my specific employment, income, filing status, and even major life changes that influence my filing status.
With its assistance tailored to your individual needs, TurboTax is so personal.
TaxSlayer
Like many companies, TaxSlayer offers professional software that provides step-by-step assistance throughout the tax filing process.
The software boasts free and unlimited support from the most professional experts via email or during a personable phone call.
Not only does TaxSlayer provide you with the basics, but it has exclusive tax tips that you won’t find anywhere else. Additionally, they give you a heads-up about any tax law changes that might affect you so you’re always up to date.
Column Tax
What makes Column Tax one of my favorite tax prep services? Although it’s less popular compared to H&R Block and TurboTax, this hidden gem promises an easy-breezy experience during the harrowing tax season. With reliable support, a user-friendly layout, and simple prompts to help you file, Column Tax is a winner — at half the price of the bigger companies.
It’s worth noting that Column Tax offers less flexibility when it comes to handling complex tax situations. With this in mind, it’s best suited for traditional employees with a W-2 and a standard set of deductions.
FreeTaxUSA
Well, folks, the benefits are right there in the name — FreeTaxUSA’s services are totally free! Seems like a scam, right? It sounds too good to be true! But according to their website, you get customer support, printable tax returns, tax extensions, and Federal tax returns for a total of… drum roll, please… zero dollars. That’s right.
As a top-rated software with a 4.8 rating, you know you’re in good hands. So if you’re hoping to get some help yet aren’t looking to break the bank, FreetaxUSA has you covered.
Cashapp Taxes
Now, let’s look into Cashapp Taxes. What makes this service unique? It offers free filing options, minus the nuisance of hidden fees. I’m looking for the most cost-effective options. So when it comes to this service, I don’t have to worry about draining my wallet. Plus, it’s super Freelancer-friendly, unlike other free services that are more suited for straightforward employees.
IRS Free File
Last but not least, let’s check out IRS Free File. Here’s another reliable site that lets you do your taxes for free. Whether you’d prefer to do the work yourself or are happy to let the software file for you, IRS Free File claims to be a “trusted partner to file your taxes.”
Hopefully, these tools will help ease the dread of tax season, so you can feel way more able for the grueling job ahead. Now you can finally breathe a sweet sigh of relief. You got your taxes filed! That wasn’t so hard, was it?
