TaxHawk - e-File Your Tax Return

Every year the IRS reports more tax filers using e-file to complete their taxes. e-File helps indiviuals and the IRS by streamlining the process and avoiding errors. Websites like Taxhawk have help tax filers prepare their taxes online and e-file to the IRS in the same visit.

It has been reported that boxed software sales are declining and internet filing is increasing. There are a few reasons for this. Firstly, the online alternative is cheaper for single tax filers. Some families will buy a single copy of tax software and file their taxes in addition to all their children. Some companies have tried to charge for each e-file but tax filers we upset with the extra fee. To curb this behavior the software providers have included a set number of e-filed returns with a fee associated with any returns beyond the initial limit.The second reason for the increase in online tax filing is credibility of internet companies increasing. As more tax filers trust their information online the use of online services like Taxhawk.com will increase.

Low Income Tax Filing
Taxhawk offers free federal and state tax filing for anyone that makes less than $20K.  Many companies will provide a free federal and charge for the state but Taxhawk provides a way for individuals with low income to file their taxes with no cost.

Limitation of their Software
If you have an LLC or other type of business organization you won't be able to use Taxhawk. 

Perks
The software covers returns for filers that are sole-proprietors, owners of rental property, home owners, or have investment income.