So you are out for the evening and someone asks…

FEB 03, 2011
Yes, yes, yes, I know all of you are tax experts but I also know that many of you are inundated with the following question at this time of the year: “What is the best consumer tax preparation software?” So, here to save you a little legwork I'm referring you to the latest review by Kathy Yakal, my former colleague and longtime reviewer over at PCMag.com. Now you have a quick response for all those friends, acquaintances, and strangers (that you would never consider as client material) at the next dinner party. She just crowned TurboTax with this year's Editors' Choice and tells you why. Mostly because it still has the sleekest, most navigable user interface and lots of help --- despite having H&R Block at Home hot on its heels. Check it out. TurboTax Premier Online (Tax Year 2010)

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