Lock In a Flat Rate With TurboTax Expert Full Service Before the Price Increases
Tax season is here and TurboTax is offering a flat-rate deal on its Expert Full Service — but only for a limited time. Here's what you need to know.
Get Your Taxes Done by a Pro — Before Costs Go Up
Tax season doesn't have to be stressful, especially when a professional can handle everything for you. TurboTax is currently offering a compelling flat-rate deal on its Expert Full Service tier, but the window to take advantage of it is closing fast. If you've been on the fence about hiring a tax expert this year, now is the time to act.
Understanding TurboTax's Three Service Tiers
Before diving into the deal, it helps to understand how TurboTax structures its offerings. The platform provides three distinct levels of service:
- DIY (Do It Yourself): You handle your own return using guided, step-by-step instructions.
- Expert Assist: You file independently but have access to tax professionals who can answer questions and review your return before submission.
- Expert Full Service: A dedicated local tax expert takes complete ownership of your return — from start to finish.
Each tier comes with a different price point, and the Expert Full Service option is the most premium. Federal filing starts between $89 and $129, with the final cost depending on the complexity of your tax situation. State filings are billed separately at $59 per state, which means filers dealing with multiple states or a high volume of forms could see real savings with a flat-rate arrangement.
Why Expert Full Service Makes Sense for Complex Tax Situations
If you're a small business owner, freelancer, or someone managing a particularly complicated financial picture, Expert Full Service deserves serious consideration. This tier is especially well-suited for:
- S Corporation owners and partners who need specialized knowledge
- Business owners who want to maximize industry-specific deductions
- Anyone who simply wants to hand off the entire process without worrying about errors
TurboTax will match you with a tax expert who has relevant experience in your specific industry, helping ensure you're not leaving any deductions on the table. You can choose to work with your expert either online or in person, and once everything is in order, the expert will sign and file your return on your behalf.
Another notable perk: you won't be charged until after your taxes are filed, so the $150 fee is only collected once the work is complete.
How to Claim the Flat-Rate Deal
This offer comes with one key eligibility requirement — it is only available to filers who did not use a TurboTax expert to file their taxes last year. If you qualify, here's how to redeem it:
- Begin your filing process through TurboTax Expert Full Service, or
- Select "prefer to hand off to an expert" when the option appears during the filing flow.
- If you're eligible, your discounted rate will be automatically applied at checkout.
Important deadline: You must file by 11:59 PM ET on March 18 to lock in this deal.
For those who did use a TurboTax expert last year, standard pricing will apply, with the final cost determined by the complexity of your return and state filing fees billed separately.
Not Sure Which TurboTax Tier Is Right for You?
Choosing the right filing service depends entirely on your individual tax situation. If your return is straightforward, the DIY tier may be all you need. For those who want a safety net, Expert Assist strikes a solid middle ground. But for anyone managing a business, multiple income streams, or complex deductions, Expert Full Service offers the most comprehensive support.
It's also worth exploring available TurboTax coupons and promotional codes before committing, as these can meaningfully reduce your out-of-pocket costs across any tier. Taking a few extra minutes to compare your options now could save you both time and money when the April deadline approaches.
