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expiredYuna54 posted Jan 20, 2026 12:19 AM
expiredYuna54 posted Jan 20, 2026 12:19 AM

H&R Block Tax Software Deluxe + State 2025 (Digital) + NordVPN Basic (10 Device/1yr)

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drawz
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They will both get the job done for the vast majority of people. I think the reason people choose this is that it's not in the cloud, supports importing directly from brokerages (FTUSA imports via PDF), and familiarity. You can also do multiple returns with this software. H&R Block will charge you extra to e-file the state, but you can print and mail it for free (or use your state's website in some cases). Some people also just refuse to trust anything that's free or unusually cheap. If you don't need or want those things, FTUSA will be cheaper. Cash App Taxes is even cheaper (free federal and state) but has a few more limitations.
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Guess it's time for my annual Newegg purchase
nosaJ11C7
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The use case is traveling, when you're connecting to different WiFi networks where you don't know anything about the ISP or if they are trustworthy. When you're at home connected to your own ISP I would agree that it's not necessary.

For example I could sit in the airport and broadcast an open WiFi network called "DeltaFreeWiFi". When someone connects to it without a VPN, I can intercept their website requests and return fake pages under my control to harvest login information. I can do these unnoticeable redirections because I also control the DNS service on my network.

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Jan 22, 2026 07:21 PM
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SpammyMJan 22, 2026 07:21 PM
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Quote from Tazmania99 :
I believe e-filing for NY is free, as state law requires no separate fee for NY e-filing when using approved software such as H&R Block.
Thank you, glad there are some positive policies
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Jan 22, 2026 08:14 PM
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NishMPJan 22, 2026 08:14 PM
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Timely!
Jan 22, 2026 08:50 PM
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SchroedersPianoJan 22, 2026 08:50 PM
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Quote from garylapointe :

I can print out my return for pennies and mail it for the cost of a stamp and envelope...
Up until 5 yrs ago That USED TO BE my method via USPS Priority Mail w/ tracking UNTIL the USPS "lost" my state return somewhere between their postal center located at my state's tax dept mail drop location. For 4 days tracking showed the item going back and forth between the local USPS sort station and same city destination PO Box until the USPS system changed status to "undetermined". USPS would not honor delivery guarantee. Thankfully state's revenue dept staff confirmed that as long as I could provide proof of date of mailing I would not incur late filing penalty. 10 days later State confirmed receipt for the item that traveled just 90 miles.
I'd rather e-file the state (either pay added $16 fee or re-enter data file-fee-free on the state's online portal) and have the comfort and confidence knowing my return was received/accepted and data transfer accurately input (staff hand data input or scan errors are often majority of filing error issues). As for the postal system, more recently my local USPS 1st class is sadly and frustratingly a $#it-show: 18 days in-town and 20+ days to go 2hrs away.
Jan 22, 2026 08:50 PM
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whodiiniJan 22, 2026 08:50 PM
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does anyone have a cure for 2 bugs on the desktop mac versions? 1) does not update, endless loop 2) crashes when importing w-2 data from external source. For 1) there is a workaround, but is a pain to download manually.
Jan 22, 2026 09:00 PM
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whodiiniJan 22, 2026 09:00 PM
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Quote from hy_tek :
They both do the exact same thing and Block does it for $20 cheaper so you decide.
They dont. For simple returns, they are very similar. More complex returns, the forms they support are different. I have been waiting several years for H&RB for certain form support to move over.
Jan 22, 2026 09:53 PM
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MK14Jan 22, 2026 09:53 PM
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Can I buy this and share with a friend? the H&R block part, not the VPN

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Jan 22, 2026 10:01 PM
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LesterYJan 22, 2026 10:01 PM
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Wish they had a cheaper version without state.
Jan 22, 2026 10:21 PM
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ThriftyPaylessJan 22, 2026 10:21 PM
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Quote from LesterY :
Wish they had a cheaper version without state.

this- dont need state , would like to bundle with VPN
Jan 22, 2026 11:35 PM
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garylapointeJan 22, 2026 11:35 PM
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Quote from whodiini :
does anyone have a cure for 2 bugs on the desktop mac versions? 1) does not update, endless loop 2) crashes when importing w-2 data from external source. For 1) there is a workaround, but is a pain to download manually.
In the past, I've had to chat with H&R about the macOS updating issue. I've done this 2 or 3 different times. I'm trying to remember if this was tied to a state issue I've had in the past too (them wanting to charge me).

I did NOT have to do this last year, I don't remember if I did anything different or if it just worked.


Edit: I see I made these links in the past in regards to this:
Support page https://www.hrblock.com/tax-cente...pdate-mac/
Software updater https://www.hrblock.com/tax-softw...deral-mac/

Maybe I just downloaded from here to start?
Last edited by garylapointe January 22, 2026 at 04:55 PM.
Jan 23, 2026 12:05 AM
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AspotJan 23, 2026 12:05 AM
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Quote from dataplussystems :
False. I have done schedule C for 25 years with Deluxe.
I have used it for schedule c as well, not difficult
Jan 23, 2026 12:16 AM
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whodiiniJan 23, 2026 12:16 AM
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Quote from garylapointe :
In the past, I've had to chat with H&R about the macOS updating issue. I've done this 2 or 3 different times. I'm trying to remember if this was tied to a state issue I've had in the past too (them wanting to charge me).

I did NOT have to do this last year, I don't remember if I did anything different or if it just worked.


Edit: I see I made these links in the past in regards to this:
Support page https://www.hrblock.com/tax-cente...pdate-mac/
Software updater https://www.hrblock.com/tax-softw...deral-mac/

Maybe I just downloaded from here to start?

Thanks for the reply. I already found that manually downloading the updates and applying them works, but its a pain.
Jan 23, 2026 02:57 AM
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SharpGoat7040Jan 23, 2026 02:57 AM
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Do you know how many computers we can install the Tax sw?
Jan 23, 2026 04:11 AM
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ECarlsonJan 23, 2026 04:11 AM
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Quote from Wiredwiz26 :
How good is H&R Block vs FreetaxUSA?
I've been using FreetaxUSA for years, and it is good. Also cheaper (State is like $18, fed is free).

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Jan 23, 2026 04:59 AM
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MyrepsJan 23, 2026 04:59 AM
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Is there an option to upgrade to premium after you install Deluxe inside the software?

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