Being able to prepare and file simple tax returns using IRS SW is a good idea.
Turbotax just settled a case where they pushed people who qualified for free tax prep into paid products, and they have a checkered history.
In addition, many taxpayers meet the income requirement but don’t qualify, at least for TT, because they have child tax credits or itemize deductions.
The tax code is complex and this punishes many taxpayers. It’s unreasonable to expect people with simple situations to have to pay to prepare and file.
Turbotax just settled a case where they pushed people who qualified for free tax prep into paid products, and they have a checkered history.
In addition, many taxpayers meet the income requirement but don’t qualify, at least for TT, because they have child tax credits or itemize deductions.
The tax code is complex and this punishes many taxpayers. It’s unreasonable to expect people with simple situations to have to pay to prepare and file.