TaxSlayer is a “quick and dirty” discount service primarily at aimed users who are knowledgeable about taxes and value speed over hand-holding. TaxSlyer online tax software is available in three different versions. The Free version allows you to prepare and e-file 1040EZ form only. The next version Classic Edition costs $9.99 for Federal tax return preparation and e-filing. This version supports all major tax forms. The Premium version is a bargain for $19.95 which include tax preparation, e-filing, and Tax Audit Assistance. The state tax return costs only $4.95 per state tax preparation and e-filing.
who should Use it?
At $9.95 for Federal Tax preparation and e-filing, the price is one of the most competitive in online tax preparation software market for a knowledgeable taxpayer who can prepare tax return with out much assistance.
Users should know that TaxSlayer only supports a very limited set of forms. So anyone who is self-employed or must report income from rental property will benefit from using one of the top tax software like TurboTax
, H&R Block
or CompleteTax
.
For the user who has relatively simple finances, is a seasoned filer and want speed over all else, TaxSlayer is a good option, although those who qualify for free e-filing should probably go with a free solution with more features, such as TaxACT®.
Features
The TaxSlayer tax Software lacks many of the features sported by its competitors like TurboTax
.
Support
E-mail support is available in all version of TaxSlayer. Live phone support is included with paid versions like Classic and Premium versions. Premium version also includes Tax Audit Assistance.