Is it cheaper to pay for using Turbo Tax right now or have it taken out of the tax return?

[RebeccaT · Accepted solution]

There is a fee of $34.99 to pay for TurboTax out of your refund.  Please see the following TurboTax FAQ for more information about that service:

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[gregformes]

It's cheaper to pay up front.  There is an additional fee to have it taken out of your return.

[oakridge]

Thank you! that was so much faster than waiting on hold!

[preachking]

It is much cheaper to pay through Turbo Tax than to have it taken out of your refund. There is an extra cost of $34.99 to have it taken out of your refund.

[metalgear571]

Honestly it depends upon three factors. How much you are getting in return, whether or not you choose the max protection option, and is it going to be a hindrance for you to pay up front? I chose to take it out and I feel that is the better option but it's all dependent upon whether you want to save money now or later.