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If I'm in NY, do I need to get Deluxe + State or can I just get Deluxe and state e-file will still be free?
Thanks in advance to anyone who knows
"+ State" is for tax preparation software, not for filing.
I'm in MA and, if I decide to do e-fining using H&R software, I have to pay $20 on the top of $30. For you (NY) it's free. But you still have to prepare it.
So, yes, you have to have "+ State" version.
"+ State" is for tax preparation software, not for filing.I'm in MA and, if I decide to do e-fining using H&R software, I have to pay $20 on the top of $30. For you (NY) it's free. But you still have to prepare it.So, yes, you have to have "+ State" version.https://www.hrblock.com/tax-software/state-editions/?srsltid=AfmBOoq-6tiodOjl9gLnIb_8BrPSlG8R3ehRn09...[hrblock.com]Look for tiny "Fees for state & state e-file" on the upper right part of the screen. It has all explanations
Thank you so much for explaining it so clearly! I finally understand now!
I tried figuring it out with chatgpt and only got more confused.
How do you get garage delivery option for a digital delivery?🤔
Sorry for the poor clarity. The garage delivery was for an earlier order, much like the digital credits for taking slower shipping on some orders.
I've had a deactivated myq/Amazon connection for a couple of years - getting similar credits for giving it a try back then. They recently offered a new $10 for reactivating it and taking a delivery with it. The MyQ gadget and app are fine and have been handy otherwise, but I never really needed or wanted deliveries using it. I'm just easily bought!
Thanks OP, after 20% prime discount $24 without tax. Same price I paid last Jan, LOL I laughed at all the Holds don't buy, don't think it ever got any cheaper unless you got some worthless giftcard\items.
Earn up to 20% Back total on your purchase of this item when you pay with the Amazon Business Prime American Express Card. Bonus offer for this item expires on 12/31/25. Terms and cap apply.
I have the regular consumer Prime Amazon Visa card, but not seeing the 20% back for using it.
I ordered Deluxe + State and was able to download and activate Federal, but could not download State. It sounds like I have to wait until Jan.7 when the first Federal update is scheduled before I can even download State (at least for NC). Has anyone else seen this or can you download State right away?
Absolutely none. In fact this software will continuously try to upsell you during the filing process. Frankly it should be banned as bait & switch. They don't even include e-file for State.
FreeTaxUSA upsells like hell. They also want way to much for the basics that come with the installed software.
Web apps are always a ripoff and should never be recommended on SD. I advise to stay away from them all as they are kind of the same crap and less than the installed software be they from FreetaxUSA, Block, TT or any online tax website. It is the difference between the old Adobe where you bought a software product and the new where you sell yourself.
As to the benefits of the Block installed software
Personal control of your data
Data local to you
More secure no need to log in on the web to do taxes
No web data collection
Access to your return even if a website goes down.
Prior returns can be accessed locally even if a tax prep site goes kaput or you can't
manage to login.(Happens often with online apps that are constantly changing)
Same basc interface year after year
Return can be worked on and done without internet access
Included state($16 at Freetax)
Unlimited returns
One interface on the computer to handle multiple returns(versus multiple logins online)
Much cheaper if multiple returns are needed
One software package can file for a whole family
Five free federal efiles
Free amended returns($16.98 at FreetaxUSA)
Ability to create test returns and compare scenarios
Tax planner and reference materials
Audit support included($19.99 at Freetax also comes with the $44.99 Deluxe support option)
Phone support($44.99 Deluxe Support at Freetax)(Only option to actually talk to somebody)
Knowing the price I will pay upfront and not having to see the additional fees and prices at a place called FreetaxUSA, priceless. You would think there would be some kind of law when a company deceptively claims "Free" and it is not.
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Is it ymmv. Not showing up for me using app. Non Prime member now.
As a non-prime member, it didn't show up for me but I signed up for the free 30-day trial and then the Additional reward detail link showed up, I tried with regular Prime Visa and Business Prime Visa and both had the additional 15% + 5% you normally get as prime member. HTH
As a non-prime member, it didn't show up for me but I signed up for the free 30-day trial and then the Additional reward detail link showed up, I tried with regular Prime Visa and Business Prime Visa and both had the additional 15% + 5% you normally get as prime member. HTH
Decided to go with the Amazon option. Was surprised to see that I had $6 in some kind of promotional credits (maybe digital credits that I generally never have a use for?) lurking in my account that got applied, so the Deluxe Federal plus State ended up being $24 (plus, I'll get 5% back for using my Discover card). Given all that, definitely glad to get the purchase out of the way now instead of stalking deals for the next several months. 😅
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Thanks in advance to anyone who knows
I'm in MA and, if I decide to do e-fining using H&R software, I have to pay $20 on the top of $30. For you (NY) it's free. But you still have to prepare it.
So, yes, you have to have "+ State" version.
https://www.hrblock.com/tax-software/state-editions/?srsltid=AfmBOoq-6tiodOjl9gLnIb_8BrPSlG8R3ehRn09... [hrblock.com]
Look for tiny "Fees for state & state e-file" on the upper right part of the screen. It has all explanations
I tried figuring it out with chatgpt and only got more confused.
I've had a deactivated myq/Amazon connection for a couple of years - getting similar credits for giving it a try back then. They recently offered a new $10 for reactivating it and taking a delivery with it. The MyQ gadget and app are fine and have been handy otherwise, but I never really needed or wanted deliveries using it. I'm just easily bought!
Earn up to 20% Back total on your purchase of this item when you pay with the Amazon Business Prime American Express Card. Bonus offer for this item expires on 12/31/25. Terms and cap apply.
I have the regular consumer Prime Amazon Visa card, but not seeing the 20% back for using it.
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Web apps are always a ripoff and should never be recommended on SD. I advise to stay away from them all as they are kind of the same crap and less than the installed software be they from FreetaxUSA, Block, TT or any online tax website. It is the difference between the old Adobe where you bought a software product and the new where you sell yourself.
As to the benefits of the Block installed software
Knowing the price I will pay upfront and not having to see the additional fees and prices at a place called FreetaxUSA, priceless. You would think there would be some kind of law when a company deceptively claims "Free" and it is not.
Like most websites, FreeTaxUSA uses tracking technologies to collect information about your visit and usage for site improvement and advertising purposes. This automatically collected data may include:
Connection and Usage Details: IP addresses, browser type and configuration, device type, and referring/exit pages.
Tracking Technologies: Cookies, log files, and analytical software are used to analyze trends and user behavior.
Third-Party Services: The website uses services like hCaptcha to analyze user behavior for security purposes, which involves forwarding some data to the service provider.
Advertising
FreeTaxUSA works with third-party advertising partners for retargeting and personalized ads based on your browsing activity on their site. However, they state they do not share your PII or tax return information with these partners for advertising purposes.
Thanks in advance to anyone who knows
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