CNET.com Tax Guide 2009
Taxes, the necessary evil. We don't love them, but we do 'em, and we do 'em right. Every year, we give taxes a good, long look. We've got in-depth reviews of two tax-prep titans that can help prepare your tax returns thoroughly but quickly. There's also our collection of screenshots, which show you the ins and outs of each program's new and best features. Don't forget to check out our video for a hands-on look at these deduction-crunching tax programs, and try out the downloads that can get you started on your taxes in minutes.
CNET editors' reviews
Intuit TurboTax 2008 Deluxe
TurboTax 2008 is the most expensive tax app on the market, but it's also fast, complete, and straightforward. If finishing quickly is your goal, the extra cost is worth it. If you anticipate wanting live help support, look into TaxCut. Read more
February 5, 2009H&R Block TaxCut Premium Federal + State 2008
TaxCut 2008 is missing TurboTax's advanced importing engines and sophisticated tax tools, and it takes longer than TurboTax to fill out. However, its free session of live tax advice and free live audit support will win over taxpayers who value personalized customer service. Read more
February 5, 2009TurboTax vs. TaxCut 2008
Doing taxes may be the last thing on your mind, but as long as you must file them (and you must), you should know there are some interesting differences between TaxCut and TurboTax, two top-tier tax-prep applications, that might help you decide which one to use for your 2008 return. Read more
February 5, 2009Features
Why desktop tax prep beats online tax prep
We love the convenience of online tax-prep as much as the next guy, but there are some distinct advantages to doing your taxes with software you install on your desktop. Read more
February 11, 2009Four online tax filing services compared
Why hire an accountant if you can file your taxes yourself? We take a look at four prominent online tax preparation services to find the best for you. Read more
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TurboTax vs. TaxCut 2008
There are some interesting differences between TaxCut and TurboTax, two top-tier tax-prep applications, that might help you decide which one to use for your 2008 return.
Throw your own tax party
Here are five killer ideas for sharing the misery of tax season with your favorite company. Who knows, you may even find a way to make tax season fun.
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Downloads
TurboTax Online 2008
Access all five online versions of Intuit TurboTax via CNET Downloads.
Download nowTaxCut Online 2008
TaxCut Online has five offerings for starting and filing your taxes online: Free Federal Edition + E-file, Basic + E-file, Premium + E-file, Signature, and Online Office.
TaxCut Premium + State + E-file 2008 (Windows)
import last year's tax and financial data from TaxCut, Turbo Tax, Quicken, Microsoft Money, H&R Block DeductionPro and Its Deductible.
H&R Block TaxCut (Mac)
Forms, guidance and support for your personal and business taxes. Enjoy the same features as TaxCut Premium + State + E-file for your personal return, plus these powerful TaxCut Business features to easily complete your business returns.
