I prefer software that allows me to customize reports. Clients often ask for breakdowns and having that feature built in saves me from doing it manually.

Credit Karma worked well for me when i had only a W-2, but once i had rental income it felt limited. I had to switch over to TurboTax to make sure i did not miss anything important.

I used Cash App Taxes and it worked fine, but i would not suggest it for complicated returns. For a simple W-2, it is great since it is completely free. If your situation is more complex you will probably be better off with a paid service.

If you are comfortable handling things without much guidance then free software can definitely save you money. However if you want step-by-step assistance or live support most free options do not include that. That is usually where the upsells come in. It really depends on how confident you are about filing on your own.

check if your state offers free filing options online. Mine does and it’s been a lifesaver. Sometimes the best tax filer is the one that costs you nothing at all!

A friend recommended i try a smaller service instead of the big names and it actually worked out really well. It was affordable and didn’t try to sell me extra features. Sometimes the less popular platforms are underrated.

Online filing is convenient but it’s not perfect. Sometimes the explanations are not detailed enough and i end up googling things on the side. It works fine for basic returns though.

I think the best tax filing service is one that gives you support when you need it. Not everyone is confident with forms so having chat or phone support is super helpful. TurboTax nailed that part for me.

I feel like the best tax service is one that updates regularly with new tax laws. That’s where professionals usually shine because they keep up with all the changes. Online software sometimes lags behind.