A question about FreeTaxUSA

[AMandM]

I think this is the year I'm going to ditch H&RBlock for my taxes. Based on a recommendation I saw somewhere on this forum, I'm going with FreeTaxUSA. I have one question, though. My state, last I checked, did not allow e-filing if your name has a suffix (Jr, Sr, III, etc.). Can I e-file the federal taxes in FreeTaxUSA and then print out the state ones to file on paper? I don't mind paying the $15 state fee.

[Archipelago]

I think this is the year I'm going to ditch H&RBlock for my taxes. Based on a recommendation I saw somewhere on this forum, I'm going with FreeTaxUSA. I have one question, though. My state, last I checked, did not allow e-filing if your name has a suffix (Jr, Sr, III, etc.). Can I e-file the federal taxes in FreeTaxUSA and then print out the state ones to file on paper? I don't mind paying the $15 state fee.

Yes, you should be able to select the mail filing option and send your tax return via mail.

[RWD]

Yes, it lets you handle the Federal and State tax filings separately/differently if desired.

[AMandM]

Thank you!
Goodbye, H&RBlock!

[Archipelago]

Thank you!
Goodbye, H&RBlock!

And good riddance!

[shingy]

I've continued to use H&R Block for many years even though I've heard about the FreeTaxUSA option. I took a look at the site and it seems like it covers a wide variety of scenarios - is there anything it doesn't cover that I should be aware of before switching?

[Archipelago]

I've continued to use H&R Block for many years even though I've heard about the FreeTaxUSA option. I took a look at the site and it seems like it covers a wide variety of scenarios - is there anything it doesn't cover that I should be aware of before switching?

It's pretty comprehensive for personal tax returns. If you have unusually complicated tax returns or business taxes (S-corp for example), you might be better off going with a CPA. But for most personal taxes it should work fine.

[shingy]

I've only ever used a CPA when I had a business (LLC) with a partner. Currently my taxes are much more straight forward then in years past when I was freelance and had a couple rental properties. So, if I was able to do those with H&R, it sounds like I could certainly use FTUSA with my current situation. Thanks for your input.