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Browser: Internet Explorer 6.0 or higher
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Hard-disk Space: 170 MB for H&R Block At Home
55 MB for DeductionPro
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Printer: Compatible ink jet or laser
Speakers & Sound Card: For videos/flash animation
Browser: Internet Explorer 6.0 or higher
Internet Connection: Required for updates, state
downloads, e-file and other product features
Hard-disk Space: 170 MB for H&R Block At Home
55 MB for DeductionPro
CD-ROM Drive: 2X CD-ROM drive
Monitor: 1024x768, SVGA color monitor
Printer: Compatible ink jet or laser
Speakers & Sound Card: For videos/flash animation
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Browser: Safari 3 or higher
Internet Connection: Required for updates, state
downloads, e-file and other product features
Hard-disk Space:: 170 MB for H&R Block At Home
55 MB for DeductionPro
CD-ROM Drive: 2X CD-ROM drive
Monitor: 1024x768, SVGA color monitor
Printer: Compatible ink jet or laser
Speakers & Sound Card: For videos/flash animation
Browser: Safari 3 or higher
Internet Connection: Required for updates, state
downloads, e-file and other product features
Hard-disk Space:: 170 MB for H&R Block At Home
55 MB for DeductionPro
CD-ROM Drive: 2X CD-ROM drive
Monitor: 1024x768, SVGA color monitor
Printer: Compatible ink jet or laser
Speakers & Sound Card: For videos/flash animation
Doing your taxes online doesn't mean doing them alone.
Only H&R Block offers you a do-it-yourself tax preparation solution with the support of our highly trained tax
professionals who will answer your tax questions
and review, correct and e-file your return1.
It's the best of both worlds — that's why we call it
H&R Block Best of Both.
Here's how it works:
- We'll match you with a tax professional best suited for you based on your tax needs or you can choose a tax pro you've worked with in the past2
- Complete your taxes online using a simple step-by-step Q&A process
- E-mail or call your tax professional for help or advice as often as you need to
- When you're done, your tax pro will review, correct, certify and e-file your return — ensuring you receive the maximum deductions and credits you're entitled to
- Rest assured your taxes were done right, guaranteed!
1 You will be required to provide copies of your tax documentation via electronic attach, fax, mail, or in-office drop off.
2 Subject to the tax professional's participation in the H&R Block Best of Both program.
TurboTax is a registered trademark of Intuit, Inc.
2 Subject to the tax professional's participation in the H&R Block Best of Both program.
TurboTax is a registered trademark of Intuit, Inc.
Product Info
- Get the support and guidance of an H&R Block tax professional matched to your needs with specialized knowledge for your specific tax situation
- Unlimited tax advice via e-mail or phone from an H&R Block tax professional
- A tax professional can review, sign and e-file your return, all backed by our Accurate Calculations Guarantee1
- Automatic double-checking of your return for errors2
- A step-by-step Q&A guides you through your return
- Imports last year's tax data from TaxCut® online or software, H&R Block offices and TurboTax® software
- Save time by importing data from your W-2, 1099 and last year's return
- 1 federal e-file included — get your refund in as few as 8 days when you choose direct deposit
- Audit support with guidance, plus an H&R Block enrolled agent to represent you in the event of an audit3
- Guidance for reporting investments, dividends, home sales and retirement income
- Personalized tax guidance based on popular occupations to ensure you get the most deductions
- Maximize deductions for home mortgage interest and real estate taxes
- Assistance on investment income and stock options
- Advice for getting key tax benefits after life changes
- Tax calculators to help determine the cost basis of home sale, dividend, gift and inheritance assets
- Advanced Schedule C guidance to maximize deductions for self-employment income
- Guidance for rental property income and expenses
Note: Customers will be required to provide source documentation (copies of W-2s, 1099s and other documents that show tax withholdings) to their tax professional. Customers may provide these copies by e-mail, fax, mail or in person at the tax professional's office.
TaxCut is a registered trademark of HRB Innovations, Inc. TurboTax is a registered trademark of Intuit, Inc.
1 Subject to the tax professional's participation in the H&R Block Best of Both program.
2 If the software makes an arithmetic error that results in your payment of a penalty and/or interest to the IRS that you would otherwise not have been required to pay, H&R Block will reimburse you up to a maximum of $10,000. Terms and conditions apply; see Accurate Calculations Guarantee for details
3 Worry-free Audit Support is available for clients who purchase and use H&R Block tax software or online tax preparation solutions to prepare and successfully file (via e-file or print and mail) their 2009 individual income tax returns (federal or state). It does not provide for reimbursement of any taxes, penalties or interest imposed by taxing authorities. Additional terms and restrictions apply. See Worry-free Audit Support for complete details.
H&R Block At Home™ and H&R Block Best of BothSM prices are ultimately determined at the time of print or e-file. All prices are subject to change without notice.
1 Subject to the tax professional's participation in the H&R Block Best of Both program.
2 If the software makes an arithmetic error that results in your payment of a penalty and/or interest to the IRS that you would otherwise not have been required to pay, H&R Block will reimburse you up to a maximum of $10,000. Terms and conditions apply; see Accurate Calculations Guarantee for details
3 Worry-free Audit Support is available for clients who purchase and use H&R Block tax software or online tax preparation solutions to prepare and successfully file (via e-file or print and mail) their 2009 individual income tax returns (federal or state). It does not provide for reimbursement of any taxes, penalties or interest imposed by taxing authorities. Additional terms and restrictions apply. See Worry-free Audit Support for complete details.
H&R Block At Home™ and H&R Block Best of BothSM prices are ultimately determined at the time of print or e-file. All prices are subject to change without notice.
Guarantees
The benefit of H&R Block Best of Both is that you can have a tax professional review, correct, sign, and file your return as the tax preparer of record.When an H&R Block tax professional signs your return, you receive the following guarantees:
H&R Block Guarantee
The H&R Block Guarantee is included with every tax return we prepare. If H&R Block makes an error on your return, we'll pay resulting penalties and interest. If you are audited, we'll explain your audit notice and the documentation you should provide to the auditor.
Maximum Refund Guarantee
Get the maximum refund you're entitled to or your return is free.
If, due to H&R Block's error on your return, you are entitled to a larger refund (or smaller tax liability) than what we calculated, we will refund your tax preparation fee for that return. Refund claims must be made during the calendar year in which the return was prepared.
Peace of Mind® Extended Service Plan
For just $30, you can purchase the Peace of Mind Extended Service Plan and gain extra confidence. If you owe additional taxes due to our error in the preparation of your return, we'll pay those additional taxes up to a maximum of $5,000.
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You may also choose to self-file your Best of Both return without the benefit of a professional review.
If you choose to self-file your return by electing to skip the tax professional review, the above guarantees are replaced with the H&R Block At Home Guarantees and your return becomes ineligible for the Peace of Mind® Extended Service plan.
Reviews
"H&R Block Best of Both is the tax preparation software for you." — BestCovery.com"I am impressed with the product H&R Block puts out, and you can't beat their reputation or the audit guarantee they offer." — Cash Money Life
"Of a trio including TurboTax and TaxAct, H&R Block is known for its more generous customer support. Free chat is available 24 hours a day." — CNET
"Compared to TurboTax, the H&R Block interface keeps it simpler and offers better help when questions aren't clear." — Bohemian Revolution
Read About.com's article comparing H&R Block At Home and TurboTax
System Req
| Windows Operating System | Supported Browsers |
| Windows XP | Internet Explorer® 6, 7, 8 Mozilla Firefox 3.0 AOL 9 Safari 4 Google Chrome |
| Windows Vista® | Internet Explorer® 7, 8 Mozilla Firefox 3.0 Safari 4 Google Chrome |
| Windows 7 | Internet Explorer® 8 Mozilla Firefox 3.0 AOL 9 Safari 4 Google Chrome |
| MAC Operating System | Supported Browsers |
| OS 10.4.11 | AOL for MAC OS X Mozilla Firefox 3.0 Safari 4 |
| OS 10.5x | AOL for MAC OS X Mozilla Firefox 3.0 Safari 4 |
| OS 10.6x | AOL for MAC OS X Mozilla Firefox 3.0 Safari 4 |
| Hardware | Minimum Requirements |
| Memory Windows | 512 MB or above |
| Memory Mac | G3 or G4 128 MB RAM |
| Processor | 800 MHz or above |
| Internet | 56K or above |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | 5.0.5 or higher |
| Monitor | 1024x768, SVGA color monitor |
| Printer | Compatible ink jet or laser |
| Speakers & sound card | For videos / animation |
FAQs
- I want an H&R Block tax professional to review, edit, sign and e-file my return for me. Can Best of Both connect me with a tax professional?
Yes. H&R Block Best of Both is for you if you prefer to do your own taxes, but want the added reassurance of having a tax professional review your return and then sign and e-file it with the IRS for you. H&R Block Best of Both makes completing your taxes easy by taking you through the simple, step-by-step tax interview of H&R Block At Home Premium. Then, at the end of the interview, you'll be able to choose to send your return to a tax professional who will complete the process for you. And, it includes the H&R Block At Home Premium's extra tax help and guidance for filers with a Schedule C, home mortgage, rental property, home office, business expenses or asset depreciation. - I have a moderate or complex tax situation. Can Best of Both help me ensure I'm filing my taxes correctly?
Yes. H&R Block Best of Both can help you maximize your deductions by providing extra tax help and guidance for filers with a Schedule C return, home mortgage, rental property, home office, business expenses or asset depreciation. And, because you're using H&R Block Best of Both, you'll be able to send your return to an H&R Block tax professional who will review it, make any corrections if needed, sign and e-file your return with the IRS for you. And, if you have questions, you'll have unlimited access to a tax professional year-round. - How is Best of Both different than H&R Block At Home Premium?
If you would like to prepare your own taxes, but receive the added assurance of having an H&R Block tax professional review, correct, sign and e-file your return with the IRS for you, then H&R Block Best of Both is your solution. If you prefer to prepare and file your taxes yourself, our comprehensive H&R Block At Home online programs provide a great alternative while still incorporating H&R Block's tax preparation expertise. - Can I import from TaxCut® online or software, H&R Block office or TurboTax® software?
Yes! Importing your tax information from your previous year's return is easy, and it can save you time when completing your taxes. You can import your basic personal and tax information into Best of Both online from last year's TaxCut online, TaxCut software, TurboTax software or H&R Block tax office return data (H&R Block office import available only from participating offices). Just choose which program you'd like to import from, and we'll guide you through the process. You'll also be able to decide what you do or don't want to import for this year. Then, we'll place the information in the appropriate forms throughout the entire program. All you have to do is add this year's values. - How is doing your taxes online different than using software?
With H&R Block Best of Both or H&R Block At Home online, you work directly over the Internet to complete your taxes. With H&R Block At Home software you install the software directly on your computer. Plus, you work from and save your information to your hard drive. H&R Block Best of Both and H&R Block At Home online uses secure socket layer (SSL) technology to encrypt all sensitive information. So, anything you enter into the program is safe and secure.
TaxCut is a registered trademark of HRB Innovations, Inc. TurboTax is a registered trademark of Intuit, Inc.
Forms
The following forms and schedules are supported in the online program. If additional forms or schedules are needed, your tax professional can add them for you.Common IRS forms and schedules:
Form 1040 Individual Income Tax Return
Form 1040A Individual Income Tax Return
Form 1040EZ Income Tax Return for Single and Joint Filers
Form W-2 Wage and Tax Statement
Form 1098-E Student Loan Interest
Form 1098-T Tuition Payment
Form 1099-DIV Dividends and Distributions Income
Form 1099-INT Interest Income
Form 1099-MISC Miscellaneous Income
Form 2441 Child and Dependent Care Credit
Form 8863 Education Credits
Form 8917 Tuition and Fees Deduction
Schedule A Itemized Deductions
Schedule B Interest and Dividends
Schedule C Profit or Loss from Business
Schedule C-EZ Net Profit from Business
Schedule D/D1 Capital Gains and Losses/Additional Gains and Losses
Schedule EIC Earned Income Credit
Schedule E/E-2 Rents, Royalties, Partnerships, Etc.
Schedule L Standard Deduction
Schedule M Making Work Pay and Government Retiree Credit
Schedule SE Self-Employment Tax
Other IRS forms and schedules:
Schedule F Profit or Loss from Farming
Schedule H Household Employment Taxes
Schedule K-1 Partnership, S Corp, Estates and Trusts Income
Schedule R Credit for the Elderly or the Disabled
Section 179 Section 179 Worksheet
RECWS Taxable Recovery Worksheet
Form W-2G Gambling Winnings Worksheet
Form 982 Reduction of Tax Attributes Due to Discharge of Indebtedness
Form 1040-ES Estimated Tax
Form 1040-V Payment Voucher
Form 1099-G Certain Government Payments
Form 1099-OID Original Issue Discount
Form Q Payments from Qualified Education Programs
Form 1099-R Distributions from Pensions, Annuities, Retirement, or Profit Sharing
Form 1099-RRB Railroad Retirement
Form 1099-SA Distributions from HSA, Archer MSA, or Medicare Advantage MSA
Form 1099-SSA Social Security Distributions
Form 1116 Foreign Tax Credit
Form 1310 Refund Due a Deceased Taypayer
Form 2106 Employee Business Expenses
Form 2106-EZ Unreimbursed Employee Business Expenses
Form 2210 Underpayment Penalty
Form 2210-F Underpayment of Estimated Tax by Farmers and Fisherman
Form 2439 Undistributed Long-Term Capital Gains
Form 2555 Foreign Earned Income
Form 2555-EZ Foreign Earned Income Exclusion
Form 3903 Moving Expenses
Form 4137 Social Security Tax on Unreported Tips
Form 4562 Depreciation and Amortization
Form 4684 Casualties and Thefts
Form 4797 Sales of Business Property
Form 4835 Farm Rental Income and Expenses
Form 4868 Automatic Extension of Time to File
Form 4952 Investment Interest Expense
Form 4972 Tax on Lump-Sum Distributions
Form 5329 Return for IRA and Retirement Plan Tax
Form 5405 First-Time Homebuyer Credit
Form 5695 Residential Energy Credits
Form 6251 Alternative Minimum Tax
Form 8283 Noncash Charitable Contributions
Form 8332 Release of Claim to Exemption
Form 8396 Mortgage Interest Credit
Form 8453 Electronic Filing
Form 8582 Passive Activity Loss Limitations/AMT
Form 8606 Nondeductible IRAs
Form 8615 Tax for Children Under Age 14
Form 8812 Additional Child Tax Credit
Form 8814 Election for Child's Income
Form 8815 Exclusion of Interest from Series EE Bonds
Form 8822 Change of Address
Form 8829 Expenses for Business Use of Your Home
Form 8839 Qualified Adoption Expenses
Form 8859 District of Columbia First-time Homebuyer Credit
Form 8862 Information to Claim Earned Income Credit after Disallowance
Form 8880 Credit for Qualified Retirement Savings Contributions
Form 8885 Health Insurance Credit for Eligible Recipients
Form 8888 Direct Deposit to More than One Account
Form 8889 Health Savings Accounts (HSAs)
Form 8910 Hybrid and Alternative Motor Vehicle Credit
Form 9465 Installment Agreement Request