If the government wanted to help people do taxes more easily, they would just simplify taxes. Lobbies (from TurbTax and competitors) are standing in the way.
In the UK you can file electronically with the HMRC using their website. It guides you through several forms, tells you what numbers to input from your P60 (end of year notice from employer of salary and tax paid) P11D (end of year notice of taxable benefits) and a few other sources then produces a downloadable PDF copy, and submits them electronically.
It's not for everyone, e.g. Lloyds Names can't use it, but for 99% of people it's fine.
Why is it better in the UK? I don't think we have quite the level of regulatory capture, and still somewhat believe in public services, and spending money to make things better for everyone.
philjohn|5 years ago
In the UK you can file electronically with the HMRC using their website. It guides you through several forms, tells you what numbers to input from your P60 (end of year notice from employer of salary and tax paid) P11D (end of year notice of taxable benefits) and a few other sources then produces a downloadable PDF copy, and submits them electronically.
It's not for everyone, e.g. Lloyds Names can't use it, but for 99% of people it's fine.
Why is it better in the UK? I don't think we have quite the level of regulatory capture, and still somewhat believe in public services, and spending money to make things better for everyone.