It seems that you are correct in saying that one is FORCED to pay $45 for Audit Defense in order to file electronically. I have talked to 2 representative and they are as confused as I am. THIS IS A PROGRAMMING GLITCH THAT IS CAUSING A LOT OF FRUSTRATION. WHY SHOULD WE PAY FOR A LEGAL EXPERT TO SUPPORT AN AUDIT THAT WILL NEVER HAPPEN. I have an extremely simple tax return, so I am surely not paying for this service.
THIS ISSUE IS NOT RESOLVED.
