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Tik Root

The TurboTax Trap

Why Are Millions Paying Online Tax Preparation Fees When They Don’t Need To?

Few taxpayers use the Free File system — intended to help moderate- and low-income filers — and that benefits companies like Intuit and H&R Block. Now Congress is moving to make the program permanent.