TurboTax Basic Federal + efile 2009 [Old Version]

Guides you through your federal return step-by-step.

Why TurboTax Basic is the easiest choice for you TurboTax Basic was designed to make doing your simple taxes easy, by guiding you step by step through your federal tax return. Our Dual Refund Monitor constantly displays and updates both your federal and state refunds (or taxes due) as you complete your federal return.

Federal Efile Included Get your refund in as few as 8 days with efile and direct deposit. Spots Errors and Shows How to Fix Them

New Smart Check Scans for Mistakes Smart Check double-checks your return for errors, so you can be confident your taxes are done right.

Guaranteed Accurate Calculations If you should get hit with an IRS or state penalty or interest due to a TurboTax calculation error, we'll pay you the penalty and interest.

Keeps You Up-to-Date with the Latest Tax Forms With a single click you can check for updates each time you start to ensure your return includes the latest IRS and state tax forms. Free federal efile is included with TurboTax at no extra charge. From the most advanced technology to our dedicated Privacy Team, we have you covered.

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Asks Easy Questions, Tailored to You Guides you step by step through your tax return, then puts your answers on the right tax forms for you, including 1040EZ, 1040A, and 1040. Click to enlarge.

With tax answers on every screen, live answers online, easy import, and error checking, doing your taxes is easier than ever. Get plain-English explanations of specific tax areas and helpful examples when you need them.

Life Events Expert Explains how changes in your life, such as purchasing a home, changing jobs or becoming a parent, will affect your taxes so you can prepare your return with confidence.

Guide Me Not sure how to answer a tax question? We'll guide you to the right answer, making your taxes even easier.

FREE Technical Support Got a software question? No problem! Just answer simple questions and TurboTax fills out the right forms for you.

Most Commonly-Filed IRS Tax Forms and Schedules Form 1040Individual Income Tax ReturnSchedule AItemized DeductionsForm 1040AIndividual Income Tax ReturnSchedule BInterest and Dividend IncomeSchedule D/D-1Capital Gains and Losses/Additional Capital Gains and LossesForm 1040EZIncome Tax Return for Single and Joint Filers With No DependentsSchedule C/EZProfit (or Loss) from Business/Net Profit from BusinessSchedule EICEarned Income CreditSchedule ESupplemental Income and LossSchedule SESelf-Employment Tax

Other Tax Forms and Schedules Schedule FProfit or Loss from FarmingSchedule HHousehold Employment TaxesSchedule JIncome Averaging for Farmers and FishermenSchedules K-1 Worksheet (Form 1041)Estates and TrustsSchedules K-1 (Form 1065)Partner's Share of Income, Credits, Deductions Schedules K-1 (Form 1120S)Shareholder's Share of Income, Credits, etcSchedule RCredit for Elderly or DisabledSchedule 1 - 1040AInterest and Ordinary Dividends for Form 1040A FilersSchedule 2 - 1040AChild and Dependent Care ExpensesSchedule 3 - 1040ACredit for Elderly or DisabledForm 982Reduction of Tax Attributes Due to Discharge of IndebtednessForm 982WKSCancellation of Debt WorksheetForm 1040-ESEstimated Tax for IndividualsForm 1040-VPayment VouchersForm 1040XAmended U.S. Five federal efiles included. Learn why you may be subject to AMT and how you can avoid it in the future.

Helps with Education Credits and Deductions Tells you who qualifies for education credits, which expenses are deductible and how to save the most money.

Handles Social Security and Other Types of Income Provides extra help for entering Social Security income, Disability income, Supplemental Security income, and dependent's Social Security income.

Simplifies Estimated Tax Payments Explains how estimated taxes work and tells you if you need to make estimated quarterly payments.

Risk Free Not sure Basic Edition will cover your unique situation? Start anytime and we will prompt you if another TurboTax program may be better for you. Need more time? You can submit an application for a filing extension with just a few clicks. TurboTax Online shields your personal information from prying eyes while you're completing your return.

TurboTax uses the same encryption technology used by banks to efile your return. If you have a simple return and would like step-by-step guidance, TurboTax Basic will help you get your biggest refund.

Get Your Refund Fast: Efile Your 2009 Taxes with TurboTax Here's how efile works: Start your return and efile with TurboTax today. Does the Hard Work for You

TurboTax customizes questions to your unique tax situation and put your answers on the right tax forms for you. State Income Tax Deduction Savings Shows you which tax deduction will get you the biggest savings: sales tax paid or state and local income tax paid.

Takes the Confusion Out of Vehicle Registration Deductions Tells you if you can deduct vehicle registration costs and how to take the deduction.

Summarizes Your Tax Situation Compares this year's return to last year's return and shows you how your numbers compare with the U.S. You can also import from other tax software including TaxACT and H&R Block's TaxCut.

Imports Your Financial Data Imports information from your financial software (including Quicken, QuickBooks 2007 and higher, and Microsoft Money) so you can skip the cut and paste this year.

New Makes it Easy to Hold Your Place Flag areas in your tax return so you can get back to them easily. It has everything in Deluxe PLUS will provide extra guidance so you get the most from your investments.

If you are a sole proprietor, consultant, 1099 contractor, or single-owner LLC, TurboTax Home & Business has everything in Premier and will help you make the most of your business and personal tax deductions. Choose TurboTax. TurboTax is dedicated to protecting your personal and financial information. This means that your information is protected from any unauthorized access while it's electronically sent to the IRS and state agencies.

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Our Privacy Team's only job is to guard you and your information. Shows you what you're importing and where it goes in your return. Individual Income Tax Transmittal for an IRS E-File ReturnForm 8582/AMT/CRPassive Activity Loss Limitations/AMT/Credit LimitationsForm 8586Low Income Housing CreditForm 8606Nondeductible IRAsForm 8615Tax for Certain Children Who Have Investment Income of More Than $1,800Form 8801Credit for Prior Year Minimum TaxForm 8812Additional Child Tax CreditForm 8814Parent's Election To Report Child's Interest and DividendsForm 8815Exclusion of Interest from Series EE and I BondsForm 8822Change of AddressForm 8824Like-Kind ExchangeForm 8829Business Use of Your HomeForm 8839Qualified Adoption ExpensesForm 8853Archer MSAs and Long-Term Care Insurance ContractsForm 8857Innocent Spouse ReliefForm 8859DC First-Time Homebuyer CreditForm 8862Info to Claim EIC After DisallowanceForm 8863Education CreditsForm 8880Credit for Qualified Retirement Savings ContributionsForm 8881Credit for Small Employer Pension Plan Startup CostsForm 8885Health Coverage Tax CreditForm 8888Direct Deposit of RefundForm 8889Health Savings AccountForm 8891Canadian Retirement PlansForm 8903Domestic Production Activities DeductionForm 8910Alternative Motor Vehicle CreditForm 8914Exemption for Taxpayers Housing Individuals Displaced by Midwestern DisastersForm 8915Hurricane Retirement Plan DistributionsForm 8917Tuition and Fees DeductionForm 8919Uncollected Social Security and Medicare Tax on WagesForm 8930Midwestern Disaster Area DistributionsForm 9465Installment Agreement RequestForm SS-4Application for Employer ID NumberForm TD F 90-22.1Report of Foreign Bank AccountsForm W-4Employee's Withholding Allowance CertificateForm W-2Wages and Tax StatementChoose Security. If you're a returning user, we'll automatically transfer your efile information from your previous year's return to save you even more time. Plus you'll have instant access to answers to commonly asked tax questions on every screen.

Straightforward Guidance & Advice Find help on any tax topic from anywhere within TurboTax. Get answers from a TurboTax expert via e-mail, phone, or live chat. The IRS will confirm receipt by e-mail within 48 hours. Fills in information from your previous year's return to save time and increase accuracy. You can choose your own password to protect your personal information.

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TurboTax CDs and downloads store your information right on your computer. Skips interview questions that don't apply to you, so you can finish your return faster.

Improved Automatically Fills in W-2 and 1099 Info Gets your W-2 and 1099 data directly from over 100,000 participating employers and financial institutions and automatically puts it in the right tax forms. Here's how it works:

Asks easy questions We customize questions to your unique tax situation and put your answers on the right tax forms for you.

Guides you step by step With tax answers on every screen, live answers online, easy import, and error checking, doing your taxes is easier than ever.

Efile for a fast refund Efile with direct deposit to get your refund in as few as 8 days. average, so you can rest assured your taxes are accurate.

Explains AMT and How to Avoid It Gain a better understanding of the Alternative Minimum Tax (AMT) and how it affects your bottom line. Choose TurboTax Basic if any of the following apply to you:

• You file a 1040EZ or other simple tax return
• You own your home but don't have a mortgage
• You rent your home

If you have a mortgage, childcare expenses, or made charitable donations, TurboTax Deluxe will help you maximize your deductions for the biggest tax refund.

If you own investments or rental property, choose TurboTax Premier. Plus, includes these helpful features to make doing your taxes even easier:

Search Topics or Forms Looking for a specific form? Just type in the name of the form and TurboTax will take you to it.

Compares Sales Tax vs. Compare TurboTax Software Everything you need to easily do your simple tax return. TurboTax Basic Includes These Tax Forms TurboTax takes the worry out of deciding which forms you need to file. Get Your Refund Faster with Included Federal Efile

Shows Your Tax Refund in Real Time Watch your refund add up as you complete your return. If you feel the least bit uneasy, ask the Privacy Team about their commitment to your protection. No more disruptions while you work on your return. Provides Help When You Need It

Live Tax Answers Get live answers online from TurboTax experts and other TurboTax users in our Live Community2. Individual Income Tax ReturnForm 1098TTuition StatementForm 1099-MISCMiscellaneous IncomeForm 1099-QPayments From Qualified Education ProgramsForm 1099-RDistributions From Pensions, Annuities, Retirement, etc.Form 1116Foreign Tax CreditForm 1116 AMTForeign Tax Credit for AMTForm 1310Statement of Person Claiming Refund Due a Deceased TaxpayerForm 2106/EZEmployee Business Exp/EZ Employee Business Expenses Short FormForm 2119Home Sale WorksheetForm 2120Multiple Support DeclarationForm 2210/2210AIUnderpayment of Tax/Annualized IncomeForm 2210FUnderpayment of Estimated Tax by FarmersForm 2439Notice to Shareholder of Undistributed Long-Term Capital GainsForm 2441Child and Dependent Care ExpensesForm 2555Foreign Earned IncomeForm 3468Investment CreditForm 3800General Business CreditForm 3903Moving ExpensesForm 4136Credit for Federal Tax Paid on FuelsForm 4137Tax on Unreported TipsForm 4255Recapture of Investment CreditForm 4506Request for Copy of Tax FormForm 4562Depreciation and AmortizationForm 4684Casualties and TheftForm 4797Sales of Business PropertyForm 4835Farm Rental Income and ExpensesForm 4852Substitute W-2 or 1099-RForm 4868Application for Automatic Extension of Time to FileForm 4952/AMTInvestment Interest Expense Deduction/Investment Interest Expense Deduction - AMT Form 4972Tax on Lump-Sum DistributionsForm 5329Additional Taxes on Retirement PlansForm 5405First-Time Homebuyer CreditForm 5695Residential Energy CreditsForm 6198At-Risk LimitationsForm 6251Alternative Minimum TaxForm 6252Installment Sale IncomeForm 6781Gains/Losses from Section 1256 Contracts and StraddlesForm 8283Non-cash Charitable ContributionsForm 8332Release of Claim to Exemption for Child of Divorced of Separated ParentsForm 8379Injured Spouse Claim and AllocationForm 8396Mortgage Interest CreditForm 8453U.S. A brief summary lets you review and edit downloaded information if necessary.

Improved Transfers Last Year's Tax Info No retyping necessary. Once you create your username and password, your tax return is guarded. When you upgrade, the info you've already entered so far will transfer automatically.

Guides You Step by Step Through Amending Returns, if You Need To TurboTax makes it easy to amend your return. The moment the IRS starts accepting returns, scheduled for January 15, 2010, TurboTax will submit your efiled return.