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DIY tax filing made simple: step-by-step guidance and 100% accuracy guaranteed*.

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Why DIY file with TaxAct Business?

Save time, file confidently, and keep your business moving forward.

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Maximize Deductions

Smart tools help you track business expenses and uncover possible deductions.

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Stay Compliant

Built-in checks help you file correctly and avoid IRS penalties.

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Security protocols and safeguards help ensure your business data stays safe.

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File your business taxes with confidence.

However your business is structured, we’ve got your back every step of the way.

FORM 1065

Partnerships

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File Form 1065 as a business with two or more partners.

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$159.99

FORM 1120-S

S-Corporations

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File Form 1120-S to pass income through to shareholders.

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$174.99

FORM 1040, SCHEDULE C/F

Sole Proprietor

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File Schedule C/F with Form 1040 as a self-employed individual.

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$104.99

More business tax filing options

FORM 1120

C-Corporations

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File Form 1120 as a corporation taxed separately from officers.

$174.99

FORM 1041

Estates and Trusts

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File Form 1041 to report income earned by an estate or trust.

$149.99

FORM 990

Tax-Exempt Orgs

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File Form 990 to maintain tax-exempt status with the IRS.

$139.99
HOW IT WORKS

Getting your taxes done right

Clear, simple guidance from start to file.

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Add your business info and we’ll make sure everything lands in the right place.
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We walk you through each steps

Just follow the prompts. Our step-by-step guidance helps you get it right.
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Review and file your return.

We’ll help you review your info and file securely and with confidence.
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Confidence is good for business.

Unlimited access to tax experts for $79 means fewer doubts and more clarity for your business’ future. Applies to Forms 1065, 1120-S, and 1040.

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Frequently Asked Questions

You can file for free yourself with TaxAct's Free Edition if you meet the qualifications below, including filing using IRS Form 1040 only without having to attach any forms or schedules. Only certain taxpayers are eligible.

Situations covered (assuming no added tax complexity):

  • W-2 income, Unemployment income, Retirement income

  • Earned Income Tax Credit, Child Tax Credit

  • Dependents

  • Current Students

  • Student loan interest

Situations not covered:

  • Investment income: Stock, interest, dividends, crypto, or capital gains/losses

  • Sale of home, real estate taxes, mortgage interest, or rental property income

  • Royalty, trusts, and foreign accounts

  • Business and farm income

  • Itemized deductions

  • Adoption credits and child and dependent care

  • Health Savings Account (HSA)

  • Freelance, contractor, side hustle, or self-employed income and expenses

About 44% of users qualify. If you don’t qualify for a basic federal tax return, we have other to help you easily file taxes online with TaxAct.

Basic

Starting at $44.99

Includes 1 State

Deluxe

Starting at $139.99

Includes 1 State

Premier

Starting at $149.99

Includes 1 State

Self-Employed

Starting at $164.99

Includes 1 State

Form 1040 U.S. Individual Income Tax Return