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Where can I buy an H&R Block tax software CD to do my 2023 taxes?

H&R Block tax software CDs are no longer available to purchase. The CDs have fallen out of common use and represent significant environmental impacts. In addition, disk drives in home computers have become increasingly uncommon. For these reasons we no longer offer the CD. Don’t worry, you can still buy and download our H&R Block tax software from our tax software page. You can still do your taxes digitally without an H&R Block tax software CD Even though we no longer offer the H&R Block tax software CD, the program you need is still available to download on our website. […]

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Why Are Updates Required for My H&R Block Software?

When you install your H&R Block Software, it’s current with all tax laws at that time. However, the IRS and your state taxing authority change tax forms and also update and clarify many tax laws throughout the tax season. For that reason, many of the tax forms included in the H&R Block Software program weren’t ready for filing at the time we initially released the program. The tax forms that most people need will be ready by early January. We release the H&R Block Software program with draft versions of the tax forms that are very close to what we […]

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How Do I Get a Different H&R Block Software Version?

You might have ordered an H&R Block Software program. If you did and found you need a different H&R Block software version, we can help. We have several different versions of our software program available to align with your tax needs. Our H&R Block Software is available in both retail stores and online for download. Finding H&R Block Software Versions To find the right H&R Block software version for you, just visit our website. There, you can learn more about the H&R Block software versions we offer and the features and benefits that work best for your tax situation.

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Can I Buy H&R Block Prior-Year Software?

Each year there are tax changes that require new software. If you need to prepare a return for a year before 2024, you can visit our website to buy H&R Block prior-year software programs. How to Buy H&R Block Back Editions To buy H&R Block prior-year software: Just choose the H&R Block back edition of the software you need to prepare. Choose Windows or Mac. Click Download Now to buy the software. The IRS only accepts e-files for current year returns and 2023 federal. Any 2022 or earlier returns need to be printed and mailed to the IRS and / or […]

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Can I use H&R Block to file old taxes?

Every year, tax law changes require that we build new editions of our software programs. If you want to use H&R Block to file old taxes from your previous returns, we’ve made it easy to purchase back editions of H&R Block Tax Software. Here’s how to do it: The IRS only accepts e-files for current year returns. When you file old taxes with H&R Block, you’ll need to print and mail any prior-year returns to the IRS and / or your state’s Department of Revenue. The only exception is for certain New York state returns that H&R Block Tax Software […]

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Does H&R Block Software Include E-Filing?

You can e-file for free with H&R Block software by using one of your five free federal e-files. To avoid paying to e-file your federal taxes, you need to enter the Activation Code you got when you bought your program. You’ll enter the Activation Code in the File tab when the program asks you to enter it. Your Activation Code is a unique ten-character code sent with your copy of the H&R Block Tax Software that lets you e-file for free. If you can’t find your Activation Code, use this information to locate it based on how you bought your software: Downloaded […]

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Can I Buy State Software From H&R Block?

Yes. Here’s how you can buy state software within the H&R Block Tax Software: Open the H&R Block Tax Software. Click the State tab. Click the Buy State button. Choose your H&R Block state software from the dropdown menu. If your state isn’t available yet, you’ll have the option to enter your email so we can notify you when it is available. Click Next. Enter your credit card information to complete the purchase. When You Can’t Buy H&R Block State Software Through the Program If your state program is available, but you can’t buy the state software through the program, you can […]

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When Will H&R Block 2025 Be Available?

Wondering when H&R Block 2025 tax software will be available so you can start working on your taxes as soon as possible? At H&R Block, we’re happy to make it easy for you to jump into your taxes early. The H&R Block 2025 release date for software products will be in Nov. 2024. That way, you can start your 2024 returns before 2025 even starts. Can’t wait that long to purchase? You can preorder your H&R Block software starting in October. With the purchase out of the way, you’ll have more time to get straight to your taxes when the […]