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January 21, 2023
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Which product do I need to file up to 3 returns?

  • January 21, 2023
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I need t file up to 3 returns which one do I want?
Best answer by VolvoGirl

You need to use the Desktop CD/Download program that you install on your computer.  It can do unlimited returns and efile 5 for free.

 

The CD/Download Desktop you buy and install the program, which can do unlimited returns. The returns are only saved on your computer and can not be accessed from anywhere else. And not saved at Turbo Tax. So Be sure to save Frequently and make backups. You get 5 federal efile for free. In Deluxe and above you get 1 state PROGRAM download to prepare unlimited state returns (in that state). Each state return including the first one is $20 early or $25 to efile or you can print and mail the state for free. The Desktop programs do not have the expert help that is available to add to Online versions.

 

Desktop also has many other features and advantages over the Online version. You can do more than 1 return. You can see and enter into the actual forms. It has a What-If worksheet. And you can use a lower version because all the Desktop versions have ALL the same forms. You just get more help in the higher versions. In online you have to upgrade to enter certain kinds of income. Like Premier for investments.


And the Desktop program is always available even after the year ends. Which is good if you ever need to amend your return after online website is closed or get audited and need your tax records.

 

You can buy the personal Desktop CD/Download program here,
https://turbotax.intuit.com/personal-taxes/cd-download


2022 Turbo Tax Desktop System Requirements
Windows 10 or later or Mac OS Big Sur 11 or later
https://turbotax.intuit.com/personal-taxes/cd-download/tta-system-requirements

 

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VolvoGirl
VolvoGirlAnswer
Employee
January 21, 2023

You need to use the Desktop CD/Download program that you install on your computer.  It can do unlimited returns and efile 5 for free.

 

The CD/Download Desktop you buy and install the program, which can do unlimited returns. The returns are only saved on your computer and can not be accessed from anywhere else. And not saved at Turbo Tax. So Be sure to save Frequently and make backups. You get 5 federal efile for free. In Deluxe and above you get 1 state PROGRAM download to prepare unlimited state returns (in that state). Each state return including the first one is $20 early or $25 to efile or you can print and mail the state for free. The Desktop programs do not have the expert help that is available to add to Online versions.

 

Desktop also has many other features and advantages over the Online version. You can do more than 1 return. You can see and enter into the actual forms. It has a What-If worksheet. And you can use a lower version because all the Desktop versions have ALL the same forms. You just get more help in the higher versions. In online you have to upgrade to enter certain kinds of income. Like Premier for investments.


And the Desktop program is always available even after the year ends. Which is good if you ever need to amend your return after online website is closed or get audited and need your tax records.

 

You can buy the personal Desktop CD/Download program here,
https://turbotax.intuit.com/personal-taxes/cd-download


2022 Turbo Tax Desktop System Requirements
Windows 10 or later or Mac OS Big Sur 11 or later
https://turbotax.intuit.com/personal-taxes/cd-download/tta-system-requirements

 

bluedeb
Employee
January 21, 2023

Your best value is to use TurboTax desktop software.  You get 5 free Federal e-files.  You can prepare unlimited returns but after the 5 Federal e-files, the returns must be mailed. 

With Deluxe & above, you get one free State program.  There is a charge to e-file a State return.

 

You can purchase the Desktop software from TurboTax at the following website:

https://turbotax.intuit.com/personal-taxes/cd-download