CNBC Select has run more than a dozen tax software programs through their paces to find the best in a variety of categories.

Most commercial tax-prep companies have free tiers. H&R Block is one of the most popular and has an easy-to-navigate ...

After personally testing and evaluating all the major online tax filing services, we found a surprising new winner this year. We break down cost, features and expert support to help you find your best ...

IRS Direct File, which was offered in 25 states last year, has been discontinued. But one very-much underused, free program remains for 2026.

Each year, Americans spend an average of $240 to prepare and file their tax returns, according to the IRS Taxpayer Advocate Service. And the process is so complicated that about a million taxpayers ...

Our savvy readers select their favorite (and least favorite) tax prep software based on their own filing experience. And the big names don't always come out on top.

If your income, investments or life circumstances have changed, it may be time to switch tax software. Find the best tax ...

Few if any tools in a tax practice are more crucial to its operation than the professional tax return preparation software that CPAs rely upon to get them through tax season. Recognizing that its ...

Whether it’s to save money or for the challenge, millions of Americans prefer to prepare their tax returns themselves — with help from some do-it-yourself computer software. Consumer Reports released ...

To help you find the tax preparation software that matches your needs, we considered a dozen options weighing attributes like costs, how easy it is to get extra help — either for free or as a paid add ...

With all the software solutions now offered on the market, choosing the right fit for your firm can be highly intimidating, even for those who are technologically inclined. This is why Accounting ...

Harnessing the power of tax software from TurboTax, H&R Block or Jackson Hewitt can offer a quick and user-friendly approach ...