The Best Tax Prep Software of 2025 (SB1655)

The Stacking Benjamins Show

Joe Saul-Sehy | Cumulus Podcast Network

Investing, Business, Self-improvement, Education

4.2 • 1.9K Ratings

🗓️ 12 March 2025

⏱️ 71 minutes

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Choosing the Best Tax Software for Your Needs Tax season is here—so which software should you trust with your hard-earned Benjamins? Eric Rosenberg from The College Investor joins us to break down the best options, whether you're a side hustler, crypto investor, or just looking for a free filing solution. Will TurboTax take the crown again, or is there a surprise champ? You might be shocked by which software stands out this year. H&R Block’s virtual tax prep – If you want real humans to double-check your numbers, this might be your go-to. Which tax software works best for unique situations – Side gigs, stock trading, crypto investments… different situations call for different solutions. Navigating Tax Day without the stress – Tips to avoid last-minute panic and make sure you’re not leaving money on the table. Crypto scams and meme coins – Because tax season isn’t stressful enough without adding that mess into the mix. Meanwhile, Doug serves up world-famous trivia with a nod to classic children’s books, beloved authors, and sing-song rhymes. Plus, we take a detour into sector betting, market trends, and—of course—movie recommendations. If tax season feels overwhelming, this episode breaks it down, keeps it light, and helps you pick the right software to file with confidence. Deeper dives with curated links, topics, and discussions are in our newsletter, The 201, available at https://www.stackingbenjamins.com/201 Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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