Friday Freebies: Free eFile from H&R Block

Did you know that simple mistakes in computation make up a large portion of errors on tax returns? In fact, the IRS estimates that the average return contains literally dozens of miscalculations. These errors can cost you money, and delay the processing of your refund.

Failure to take advantage of deductions and credits can also increase the amount of taxes you pay, or reduce your refund. More than two million Americans overpay because they fail to itemize deductions, according to the GAO.

So what can you do to make sure your return is accurate and that it squeezes every cent out of deductions and credits available to you? One solution is to use filing software from the experts at H&R Block.

 is easy to use and provides 100% accuracy and maximum refund guarantees, plus free audit support and representation in the event of an audit. H&R Block has a 50-year history of helping people do their taxes right, and they bring that same expertise to all of their filing solutions.

You can prepare and e-file your federal return for free online with H&R Block At Home. The free version offers automatic double-checking of your tax return for errors, a step-by-step question and answer format to guide you through your tax return, free federal e-filing so you can get your refund in as few as eight days, and H&R Block’s maximum refund guarantee. You’ll also receive free audit support with guidance, plus an H&R Block enrolled agent to represent you in the event of an IRS audit.

If your return is more complicated and you believe you’ll need expert advice from a tax specialist, or if you want advanced features like the ability to import data from prior years, then H&R Block’s paid solutions start as low as $17. You can compare the free version to all of the others available on the H&R Block website.

Why take the risk of errors on your tax return when H&R Block At Home is so easy to use, and for free? Check it out before you file.

And check back here next week for another Friday Freebie!