As we look forward to tax year 2025, we’re excited to share some updates we’ve made to ordering your 2025 TaxAct Professional software. Here’s a quick look at what’s new and improved in the ordering process:
1. NEW - Online Renewals
Now, you can renew your TaxAct Pro software online! It’s easy—just follow these steps:
- Sign in to your TaxAct Pro account.
- Click Renew My Software.
- Check the box next to the Tax Year 2024 product(s) you want to renew.
- Click the ‘Renew Selected Products’ button to head to checkout and choose your payment option.
If you’re looking to switch to a different product this year, just give us a call. We’ll help you make the change.
2. Two Ways to Pay: Buy Now or Reserve and Pay Later. You Choose!
We know every business works differently, so now you can choose how and when you pay for your software:
Option 1: Buy Now: Pay the full amount up front – for the best price available, this is the way to go.
Option 2: Reserve and Pay Later: Reserve your software with no initial payment. Your card will be charged for the full amount in mid-October, just before the preview version is released. We’ll even send you a reminder a week beforehand.
Important note: We will no longer process a second charge in December for state programs. The full order amount will be charged in mid-October.
Tip: Both options are available whether you renew online or by calling our Sales team at (319) 536-3571.
You can find full pricing details, including available discounts, on our TaxAct Pro site.
3. One Unit per Return: A Better Way to Buy
Starting with TY25, one unit will equal one return. What does this mean for you?
- You’ll now purchase individual or business returns instead of “units.”
- You will have a return bank for 1040s and one for business returns (if business returns are filed).
- Returns are now year-specific. For prior-year returns (like TY24), you’ll still use the unit system—but those units now last until December 31, 2026. So, when a TY25 return is purchased, it can be used to file a TY25 return only.
Our Sales team is ready to help at (319) 536-3571.
Tax Act Professional Product Updates to Know
- All eight primary software products (like the 1040 Bundle, Business 40, and Pay-Per-Return Editions) now offer both Buy Now and Reserve pricing.
- One-time charge only: Previously, customers were charged separately for federal and state products. Now, your full order will be charged in mid-October—no separate December billing.
- No reservation option after October: After the mid-October charge, any new purchases will require full payment at checkout.
Need to chat?
We’re here to help! Whether you want to talk through your options or place your order by phone, our Sales team is ready at (319) 536-3571.
Thanks for trusting TaxAct Professional. We’re excited to bring you even more flexibility, clarity, and convenience as you prep for TY25!