TaxAct Business
Corporate tax software
Accounting & finance software
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- Ease of use
- Ease of management
- Quality of support
- Affordability
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$74.99 per federal return
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- Public sector and nonprofit organizations
- Agriculture, fishing, and forestry
- Real estate and property management
What is TaxAct Business
TaxAct Business is a desktop-based business income tax preparation software for filing U.S. federal and supported state returns for entities such as corporations, S corporations, partnerships, fiduciaries, and exempt organizations. It targets small businesses and tax preparers who need guided form preparation, e-filing options, and access to common business tax forms and schedules. The product is typically sold as an annual edition aligned to a specific tax year and is positioned as a lower-cost alternative to more full-featured professional tax suites.
Broad entity return coverage
TaxAct Business supports multiple business return types, including common federal forms for corporations, S corporations, partnerships, fiduciaries, and nonprofits. This makes it suitable for small firms or preparers handling a mix of entity filings without moving to an enterprise tax platform. The annual edition model aligns updates and forms to the relevant tax year.
Guided form preparation workflow
The software provides interview-style guidance and form-based entry to help users complete business returns. This can reduce reliance on deep tax form familiarity for straightforward filings. It also supports printing and electronic filing workflows where available for the return type and jurisdiction.
Cost-oriented annual licensing
TaxAct Business is generally priced for cost-sensitive users compared with higher-end professional tax suites. The per-year product structure can be easier to budget for seasonal tax work. It can be a practical fit for small businesses or small practices with limited complexity and a modest number of returns.
Limited practice management features
TaxAct Business focuses on return preparation rather than end-to-end firm operations. It typically lacks robust capabilities for client portals, workflow management, time/billing, document management, and multi-preparer collaboration found in more comprehensive professional ecosystems. Firms that need standardized processes across staff may require additional tools.
Desktop-centric deployment model
As a desktop product, it may not provide the same level of browser-based access, centralized administration, or device-agnostic use as cloud-native tax platforms. Remote collaboration and IT management can be more complex when multiple machines or locations are involved. This can matter for distributed teams or firms with strict centralized controls.
Not designed for complex tax needs
The product is best suited to straightforward to moderately complex business returns. Advanced scenarios—such as high-volume multi-entity work, complex multi-state apportionment, specialized industry reporting, or deep integration into broader compliance stacks—may be constrained compared with more enterprise-oriented solutions. Users may need manual workarounds or supplemental software for specialized requirements.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Sole Proprietor (Form 1040, Schedule C/F) | $74.99 | File Schedule C with Form 1040. + State additional. Start online free — pay when you file (no charge if you stop before printing/e-filing). Source: TaxAct Business page. |
| Partnerships (Form 1065) | $154.99 | File Form 1065. + State additional. |
| S-Corporations (Form 1120-S) | $169.99 | File Form 1120-S. + State additional. |
| C-Corporations (Form 1120) | $169.99 | File Form 1120. + State additional. Note: “Not supported online” flag on site for some online workflows. |
| Estates & Trusts (Form 1041) | $144.99 | File Form 1041. + State additional. |
| Tax-Exempt Orgs (Form 990) | $134.99 | File Form 990. (Download for PC only as noted) + State additional. |
| Xpert Assist (unlimited expert access) — add-on | Varies by return type: Sole Proprietor $99.99; Partnerships $233.99; S-Corps $248.99 | Add unlimited expert tax advice/contact (per-site listed bundled prices). + State additional. |
| Xpert Full Service (experts file for you; pay only when you file) | Partnerships $199.00; S‑Corporations $249.00; Entrepreneur (1040/Schedule C) $99.00 | Experts prepare & file returns; pay only when you file. All-states add-on: Partnerships/S‑Corp +$59; Entrepreneur +$29 for all states. |
| State editions (business) | $59.99 per state (most business state editions) | Per-state price for business state returns; option to add All States (e.g., Sole Proprietor All-States add $115 as listed). |
Notes: All prices shown are the advertised online prices on TaxAct's official Business pages and State pages. Prices are listed “+ State Additional” where applicable. Prices are subject to change; TaxAct notes edition pricing is determined at time of payment/print/e-file.
Seller details
TaxAct, Inc.
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, USA
1998
Private
https://www.taxact.com/
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