CNET.com Tax Guide 2009

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Taxes, the necessary evil. We don't love them, but we do 'em, and we do 'em right. Every year, we give taxes a good, long look. We've got in-depth reviews of two tax-prep titans that can help prepare your tax returns thoroughly but quickly. There's also our collection of screenshots, which show you the ins and outs of each program's new and best features. Don't forget to check out our video for a hands-on look at these deduction-crunching tax programs, and try out the downloads that can get you started on your taxes in minutes.

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Intuit TurboTax 2008 Deluxe

TurboTax 2008 is the most expensive tax app on the market, but it's also fast, complete, and straightforward. If finishing quickly is your goal, the extra cost is worth it. If you anticipate wanting live help support, look into TaxCut. Read more

February 5, 2009

H&R Block TaxCut Premium Federal + State 2008

TaxCut 2008 is missing TurboTax's advanced importing engines and sophisticated tax tools, and it takes longer than TurboTax to fill out. However, its free session of live tax advice and free live audit support will win over taxpayers who value personalized customer service. Read more

February 5, 2009

TurboTax vs. TaxCut 2008

Doing taxes may be the last thing on your mind, but as long as you must file them (and you must), you should know there are some interesting differences between TaxCut and TurboTax, two top-tier tax-prep applications, that might help you decide which one to use for your 2008 return. Read more

February 5, 2009

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Why desktop tax prep beats online tax prep

We love the convenience of online tax-prep as much as the next guy, but there are some distinct advantages to doing your taxes with software you install on your desktop. Read more

February 11, 2009

Four online tax filing services compared

Why hire an accountant if you can file your taxes yourself? We take a look at four prominent online tax preparation services to find the best for you. Read more

February 26, 2007

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TurboTax vs. TaxCut 2008

There are some interesting differences between TaxCut and TurboTax, two top-tier tax-prep applications, that might help you decide which one to use for your 2008 return.

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Throw your own tax party

Here are five killer ideas for sharing the misery of tax season with your favorite company. Who knows, you may even find a way to make tax season fun.

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