TurboTax® Basic software asks easy-to-understand questions, puts your answers on IRS-approved forms and double checks your return for accuracy. Plus, it includes the latest tax law changes.

FREE* Electronic Filing
FREE electronic filing after mail-in rebate is included with TurboTax Basic. E-filing is the easiest way to file your return, the fastest way to get any refund you may be due… and the only way to get an IRS receipt confirming your return has been officially filed. One 1040 e-filing is yours FREE after rebate (Rebate expires 11/15/05) — a $14.95 value!

STREAMLINED! EasyStep® Interview
Our timesaving EasyStep interview just got easier. Improved Interview offers better guidance and explanations... asking you simple questions and then instantly placing your answers onto IRS-approved forms.

Import data from your financial software
Save time by importing data from Quicken®, Microsoft® Money, TaxCut or other financial software. The Just-in-Time Import feature (windows only) is designed to work automatically with Quicken or QuickBooks programs (2002 or higher).

IMPROVED! Help
Point-of-need help offers puts onscreen help at your fingertips — making it easier than ever to find answers to your questions at the moment you need them.

Instant Data Entry
Stop typing and start importing: Instant Data Entry lets you get your W-2 wage, 1098 mortgage interest, and 1099 investment forms online. It then enters the data on the right forms — eliminating manual data entry.

Year-to-year transfer
Transfer tax data instantly from last year's tax return prepared with a TurboTax or TaxCut® (Windows only) program for additional time-saving convenience.

UPDATED! Deduction Finder
Scans your return for overlooked deductions to help you get the deductions you deserve.

UPDATED! Audit Alerts
Checks your return for inconsistencies that might raise a red flag with the IRS — and provides information on what to do about them.

UPDATED! Withholding Calculator
Are you over- or under-withholding? Find out instantly with the Withholding Calculator... and discover ways you might be able to keep more of every paycheck.

Error Check
Double-checks your return for errors and omissions.

Refund Monitor
Constantly displays your refund amount (or tax due) and updates itself automatically any time you enter new information.

* Your 1040 product shipment will include a mail-in coupon for a rebate of the electronic filing fee paid for one 1040 return for Tax Year 2004 (excluding sales tax, phone, and shipping and handling charges). Rebate submission must be postmarked by 11/15/05. Internet access and credit card required for electronic filing.