TurboTax was free before… now it’s $110

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How did TurboTax go from being free last year to charging $110 now, even though nothing changed? I did it all myself, no extra help. Is it too late to switch to something else, or do I just take the hit and move on next year? This setup is so frustrating.

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Freetaxusa is way cheaper.

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Zora said:
Freetaxusa is way cheaper.

Thinking of using it this year. My wife and I normally go with HR, just standard deductions with W2, 1099 INT, and 1098 T. But last year I was laid off for a bit, so I have a 1099 G too. Would FreeTaxUSA still work for me?

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@Keller
Yeah, it’ll work fine.

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@Keller
FTU works pretty much like TurboTax. If you’re just dealing with W2s, 1099s, and a 1098, you’ll be good.

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Zora said:
Freetaxusa is way cheaper.

Depends on whether they support all the forms you need. They don’t always.

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TurboTax isn’t part of the IRS Free File program anymore. Try TaxSlayer, Tax Act, or FreeTaxUSA.

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Hollis said:
TurboTax isn’t part of the IRS Free File program anymore. Try TaxSlayer, Tax Act, or FreeTaxUSA.

Used TaxSlayer before, had a good experience.

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Hollis said:
TurboTax isn’t part of the IRS Free File program anymore. Try TaxSlayer, Tax Act, or FreeTaxUSA.

I filed mine with TurboTax for free.

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Tavis said:

Hollis said:
TurboTax isn’t part of the IRS Free File program anymore. Try TaxSlayer, Tax Act, or FreeTaxUSA.

I filed mine with TurboTax for free.

So should I stick with TurboTax or switch? Used it last year and didn’t pay anything.

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@Vance
If you can still get the free version, go for it. Otherwise, try the other free options mentioned above.

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Corey said:
@Vance
If you can still get the free version, go for it. Otherwise, try the other free options mentioned above.

Thanks, I only have W2s, no property or anything. That should still be free, right?

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FreeTaxUSA is the way to go. TurboTax can get lost.

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Caden said:
FreeTaxUSA is the way to go. TurboTax can get lost.

Same goes for all Intuit products. They’re just in the business of data mining.

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If you have a United Way in your area and your income is below a certain limit, you might qualify for free filing through TaxSlayer. Otherwise, FreeTaxUSA is free for federal and $14.95 for state.

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If you haven’t paid yet, you can still switch. FreeTaxUSA and CashApp Taxes are both solid choices.

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I’m done with TurboTax. FreeTaxUSA is way better. Got my refund in a week.

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Vance said:
I’m done with TurboTax. FreeTaxUSA is way better. Got my refund in a week.

You mean you got your refund in a week, you filed your return.

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Vance said:
I’m done with TurboTax. FreeTaxUSA is way better. Got my refund in a week.

If you filed this early, you must not have any investments.

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Use FreeTaxUSA. I paid TurboTax, but my friend did his on FreeTaxUSA, even with a 1099, and it was free and easier.