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Easiest low cost way to file US taxes?
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Laid off recently - What’s the most affordable and pain-free way to do your US taxes? Used TurboTax previously, curious about Origin or any cheaper alternatives.
Top Comment: https://www.freetaxusa.com/
US Citizen Abroad - Which (cheap) tax prep software is best?
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It's almost tax season again already! Oh, joyful time of year! The last few years I've used TaxAct (because TurboTax definitely does not include any of the 'working abroad' documents, except maybe for the super-duper-deluxe version) but I'm not a huge fan of the experience.
My situation is not particularly complex, aside from residing outside of the country. Don't own a house anywhere, paid local taxes already, and FICA was already withheld by my US-based employer. However, as we all know, the IRS/tax prep lobby likes to make things complicated. I definitely don't make over the limit for the Foreign Income Exclusion, and visited my family for a total of about 2.5 weeks last year. I'm not personally expecting a refund or credits, but I do want the paper trail/digital record. I'd rather not pay $40-$400 for the privilege, if possible.
What software works best in your experience? Ease of use? What's the frustration factor like?
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I used Tax Slayer last year and will probably use it again. Also, you can file for free if you make less than $69k.
Anywhere in Edmonton do taxes for free or cheap? : Edmonton
Main Post: Anywhere in Edmonton do taxes for free or cheap? : Edmonton
Best/cheapest way to do simple taxes?
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Hey guys question about filing taxes for my lil bro. He earned like approx $8000 this year. He's a regular W2 employee. What's the best /easiest/cheapest way to do his taxes? Make sure they're done right. I want him to do it on his own to learn how to do it.
Top Comment: FreeTaxUSA.com
Cheapest or free way to file taxes?
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I'm doing my taxes tomorrow with my dad's help and he uses Turbo Tax which I know costs some money to file, is there a free way to file or is Turbo Tax my best bet?
Top Comment: https://www.freetaxusa.com/freefile/
What is the cheapest but simplest way to do taxes?
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Thank you for reading.
In 2023 I made about 20,000$ so I used a thing called FreeTaxUSA (pretty sure that was the name), and even though it says "Free"TaxUSA it costed money. In 2024, I only made about 4,800$.
Is there a simple way I can do them that's free? I have tried going to the IRS website and I don't understand, I'm sure I will make a mistake. Is there some free guide like how FreeTaxUSA does that is actually free?
Thank you so much!
Top Comment: FreeTaxUsa participates in FreeFile program, your income is low enough to qualify. You have to use the special link - https://www.freetaxusa.com/freefile2024 . Even if you don't qualify, federal taxes are free, state tax is $15, as long as you don't click on (clearly labeled) paid support options. Or you can use any other IRS free file option. Or in some states - IRS DirectFile. https://www.irs.gov/filing/irs-free-file-do-your-taxes-for-free
Cheapest Place to File Taxes?
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I tried doing my own taxes, but my situation is a little confusing this year, so I'm thinking unfortunately I may need tax help. What tends to be the cheapest place to pay for filing?
Married, potentially int'l income, multi state
Could even consider trying another software solution that's a little more dummy proof!
Top Comment: Potentially complex but you want cheap? Those don't go together. At least not if you actually want to sleep at night knowing you got the best out of the situation.
Cheapest or free online tax filing
Main Post: Cheapest or free online tax filing
Top Comment: https://www.freetaxusa.com/
What’s the best free way to file taxes in 2025?
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I’ve used turbo taxes for the past few years. Now, my question is would I get a higher refund if I use a different alternative?
Top Comment: FreeTaxUSA.com Refund will be the same, but it’s actually free unlike the crazy requirements to be free with TT Edit: $15 per state return is the only required charge
Any free and trustworthy tax filling sites?
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I am tired of turbotax taking my money. I didn't make much and i didn't move, so it should be simple.
Top Comment: FreeTaxUSA. Used them for the last 5 years, very user friendly, and the site walks you through every step, federal and state. Federal tax filing is free and state tax filing is a small fee. I never had the IRS dispute a filing, and you can download a pdf cooy for your records.