How do you choose the $79 dollar option since turbo tax is no longer free. They keep pushing me into the $129 service

Do you have any self-employment expenses reported, rental properties, or 1099-B forms?   Those generally require the Premium version.     See what forms are included in your return and remove anything that doesn't belong.   Tax Forms Included in each version of TurboTax Online

Try downgrading if you were erroneously upgraded.  Follow these steps to downgrade to a different TurboTax Online product:

1. Open your return if you haven't already.
2. In the left menu, select Switch Products.
3. Select Downgrade.

You can also clear and start over to switch to a different product.  This option erases your information to give you a fresh start in the new product you've chosen.