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  • Kyle Fitzgerald/Wirecutter

    The best tax software

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    Wirecutter
    Wirecutter
    03.25.2018

    By Mark Smirniotis and Kevin Purdy This post was done in partnership with Wirecutter. When readers choose to buy Wirecutter's independently chosen editorial picks, it may earn affiliate commissions that support its work. Read the full article here. We tried five online tax-preparation services and prepared returns for three fictional filers with a variety of incomes, living situations, states, and deductions. With over 80 hours of research and testing over the past five years, we continue to recommend TurboTax as the best tax software for anyone who needs guidance and a confidence boost to file their 2017 taxes on their own.

  • Do your taxes (US) with your Mac

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    Dave Caolo
    Dave Caolo
    04.11.2007

    Here's one for our readers in North America. As of this writing, you've got six days to pay your dues to Uncle Sam. You know how the saying goes, "There only two things you must do in this life: Die and pay your taxes." Since there's no avoiding it (unless you think prison sounds like fun), then you might as well make the process somewhat pleasant by using your Mac.There's a great article at Macinstruct all about filing with your Mac. They compare apps like TurboTax, TaxCut and TaxAct (both the boxed and unboxed versions) and explain how to apply for an extension - all with your Mac.