Update 3/19/13: Reported Intuit software issues have been fixed
The Minnesota Department of Revenue recently announced several issues with Intuit tax preparation products (TurboTax, Lacerte, Intuit online, ProSeries). Based on information currently available, Intuit has fixed the reported errors and taxpayers can continue to use Intuit products.
To read the department’s news release from March 11 regarding these issues, click here.
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Electronic Filing Software
The tax software below provides online filing of federal and Minnesota income taxes. Read the information about each product and choose the one that’s best for you.
Before you choose, there are a few things you need to know:
Prices below represent total costs to e-file federal and Minnesota returns. Prices cover basic online preparation and e-filing services only. Some companies offer additional services or upgraded packages for additional costs. Read the information on the company’s website carefully.
For special pricing offers, you must use the links below. Do not go directly to the company’s website unless indicated.
Some products do not offer filing of less commonly used federal or Minnesota forms. Make sure the product you select offers all the federal and Minnesota forms you need.
You may qualify for Free electronic filing through a tax software provider
Note: Additional products will be listed as they become available.
Costs to Electronically File Both Federal and State Returns
Updated March 19, 2013
eFile express |
Cost: $14.00
Other offers: Free filing of M1PR (property tax refund) when filed at the same time as federal and state income tax returns.
Filing format: Download software and enter data directly on electronic forms.
Link: Go directly to eFile Express.
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Taxhawk
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Cost: $12.95
Deluxe service: additional $4.95
Other offers: Free filing available to qualifying individuals.
Filing format: Online interview process.
Link: Go directly to Taxhawk.
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TaxSlayer |
Cost:
- Classic edition: $19.90
Premium edition: $39.90
Other offers: Free filing available to qualifying individuals.
Filing format: Online interview process.
Link: Go directly to TaxSlayer.
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TaxACT
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Cost:
Free edition: $14.95 Deluxe edition: $17.95
Filing format: Online interview process.
Link: Go directly to TaxAct.
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OLT
OnLine Taxes
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Cost:
Free edition: $7.95 Premium edition: $15.90
Other offers: Free filing available to qualifying individuals.
Filing format: Online interview process.
Link: Go directly to OLT OnLine Taxes.
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1040.com |
Cost:
- Simple federal returns - FREE, $29.95 for state returns
- Basic - $19.95 +state
- Deluxe - $39.95 +state
Filing format: Online interview process
Link: go directly to 1040.com
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CompleteTax
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Cost:
Basic: $9.95 Deluxe: $19.90 Premium: $39.90
Filing format: Download software and enter data directly on electronic forms.
Link: Go directly to CompleteTax.
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Tax Brain |
Cost:
Simple - $44.90 Basic - $49.90 Deluxe - $69.90 Premium - $99.90
Filing format: Online interview process.
Link: Go directly to Tax Brain.
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H&R Block
at Home
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Cost:
Free federal - $44.90 Basic - $49.90 Deluxe - $69.90
Filing format: Online interview process.
Link: Go directly to H&R Block at Home. |
Free1040 |
Cost:
Federal: $19.95 - $59.95 State: $19.95 - $39.95
Filing format: Online interview process.
Link: Go directly to free1040k.
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ESmartTax |
Cost:
- Basic - $9.95
Deluxe - $19.90 Premium - $39.90
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OnlineTaxPros |
Cost:
Filing format: Online interview process.
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1040Now
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Cost: - 1040EZ - $14.95 + $17.95 for state
- 1040A/1040 - $19.95 + $17.95 for state
Filing format: Online interview process.
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TaxSimple |
Cost:
- Basic -$24.95
- Deluxe - $52.90
- Premier - $74.90
Filing format: Online interview process
Link: Go directly to TaxSimple. |
TurboTax |
Cost:
- Federal free edition - $27.99 for MN return
- Deluxe - $57.98
- Premier - $77.98
- Home & Business - $102.98
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If you have questions when filing your return
You must contact the customer support area for the product you’re using. Software companies provide these services, not the Minnesota Department of Revenue. The Department of Revenue does not endorse any company or offer technical assistance for its products.
Don’t want to file your return online?
There are other electronic filing options available.
Go to a tax preparer and ask to have your return filed electronically.
Buy tax preparation software to use on your computer and follow the product’s instructions for submitting your return electronically.
For more information about electronic filing, view our frequently asked questions at the upper right of this page.
