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I do my own. I've done them since the mid 80s when I worked for an accounting firm. I was taught to do basic returns out of necessity and became familiar with rental properties and different types of businesses, partnerships and deductions. While I wa still with the CPAs, I had set up my ex's business (sole proprietorship - lots of deductions and depreciation), did the books and all tax work, so had always been comfortable doing our returns.
I've used e-filing since it became available and still use it. I'm Head of Household and pay very little into the system, but I still fly high with a nice whopping check in a coupla weeks.
Since I intend to purchase a house this summer, I'm going to use the refund to pay off the one card and keep the rest in the bank, but liquid, to keep me away from the credit card.
Personally, I think just about anyone should be doing their own. As long as you're aware of what can be deducted and what credits you might be entitled to, these programs are set up to ask you questions related to anything that might be to your benefit. Once you answer them, it's done. I think the tax programs are great, and there are a couple that are totally free.
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Mark Twain
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