Directory of new tax software; the Journal surveys major vendors' products for the 1991 tax year.In the next few months, the earlybird editions of 1991 tax preparation software will begin reaching the market. To help CPAs shopping for new software, the journal surveyed all the major vendors and compiled this directory from data supplied by them. Some material is preliminary. In some cases, prices may change and vendors may offer discounts to renewal cusomters who place their orders before yearend. Also, some vendors provide customers with software-use instructions that have been qualified for several hours of continuing professional education credit. Contact the vendors for further details. ALPINE DATA, INC inc - /ink/ increment, i.e. increase by one. Especially used by assembly programmers, as many assembly languages have an "inc" mnemonic. Antonym: dec. . 737 South Townsend Avenue Montrose, Colorado Montrose is a city in Montrose County, Colorado, United States. According to 2006 Census Bureau estimates, the population of the city is 15,479.[1] It is the county seat of Montrose CountyGR6. 81401 Telephone: (800) 525-1040; (303) 249-1400 Products: Tax/Pack 1040 ($395; laser form, $240) includes 59 forms/ schedules; Tax/Pack 1120 ($395; laser form, $120) includes 20 forms/ schedules; Tax/Pack 1120S ($395; laser form, $120) includes 21 forms/ schedules; Tax/Pack 1065 ($395; laser form, $100) includes 19 forms/ schedules; fixed-asset manager ($395); tax planner ($45). Bundling prices are available. Software highlights: Automatic overflows; pop-up calculator; automatic attachments; depreciation schedules; client management; mailing labels; amortization schedules; direct or third-party electronic filing attachments (integrated with Nelco Directronic Filling). Hardware requirements: IBM (International Business Machines Corporation, Armonk, NY, www.ibm.com) The world's largest computer company. IBM's product lines include the S/390 mainframes (zSeries), AS/400 midrange business systems (iSeries), RS/6000 workstations and servers (pSeries), Intel-based servers (xSeries) or compatibles, 384Kb RAM, hard drive. Software runs under: DOS; supports Novell network A LAN controlled by one of Novell's NetWare operating systems. See NetWare. . AM SOFTWARE 1500B Northwest Vivion Road Kansas City, Missouri Kansas City is the largest city in the state of Missouri. It encompasses parts of Jackson, Clay, Cass, and Platte counties and is the anchor city of the Kansas City Metropolitan Area, the second largest in Missouri, which includes counties in both Missouri and Kansas. 64118 Telephone: (816) 741-7848 Products: 1040 ($125) includes more than 40 forms/schedules, 18 states available ($30 each); additional software for laser printing ($100 for federal, $75 for state); electronic filing software ($395). Software highlights: Menu-driven; passive losses; depreciation; installment sales; customizable client letters and bills; tax organizer; pop-up calculator; supports Nelco preprinted tax forms. Hardware requirements: IBM or compatibles, 320Kb RAM, hard drive with 1.5Mb of available space; electronic filing requires 512Kb RAM. Software runs under: DOS 2.0 or higher; supports HP laser printing and compatibles. ARTHUR ANDERSEN For the U.S. Supreme Court case commonly known as Arthur Andersen, see . Arthur Andersen LLP, based in Chicago, was once one of the "Big Five" accounting firms (the other four are PricewaterhouseCoopers, Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu, Ernst & Young and KPMG), performing & CO. 2803 Fruitville Road Sarasota, Florida Sarasota is a city located in Sarasota County on the central west coast of Florida, USA. Its official limits include Sarasota Bay and several barrier islands between the bay and the Gulf of Mexico. 34237 Telephone: (800) USA-1040; (813) 365-9469 Products: 1040 ($2,000) includes 60 forms/schedules, all states available ($150-$625); 1120 ($900) includes 30 forms/schedules, 19 states available ($150-$625); 1120S ($900) includes 20 forms/schedules, 19 states available ($150-$625); 1041 ($900) includes 29 forms/schedules, 12 states available ($150-$625); 1065 ($900) includes 13 forms/schedules, 10 states available ($150-625). All prices include laser forms. Software highlights: Client data organizers; electronic filing; tax planner; consolidated and distributed workpapers programs; fixed-asset manager. Hardware requirements: IBM or compatibles, 640 Kb RAM, math coprocessor A mathematical circuit that performs high-speed floating point operations. It is generally built into the CPU chip; however, in older PCs, such as the 386 and 486SX, the math coprocessor was an optional, separate chip. . Software runs under: DOS 3.1 or higher; 3.3 or higher with IBM PS/2; supports Novell Advanced NetWare, Novell ELS, 3-COM, IBM PC A PC made by IBM. IBM created the PC industry in 1981 when it introduced its first model with 16KB of RAM. However, it was way off in its estimates, projecting that 250,000 units would be sold in the first five years. In fact, about three million IBM PCs were sold in that period. LAN (Local Area Network) A communications network that serves users within a confined geographical area. The "clients" are the user's workstations typically running Windows, although Mac and Linux clients are also used. ($100 network fee; additional workstations $250); HP LaserJet LaserJet is the brand name used by the American computer company Hewlett-Packard (HP) for their line of dry electrophotographic (DEP) laser printers. Technology HP LaserJets employ electro-photographic laser marking engines sourced from the Japanese company Canon. , Xerox 4045. AUSTIN SCIENTIFIC, INC. P.O. Box 1146 Menlo Park, California Menlo Park is a city in San Mateo County, California in the United States of America. It is located at latitude 37°29' North, longitude 122°9' East. Menlo Park had 30,785 inhabitants as of the 2000 U.S. Census. 94026 Telephone: (800) 433-1608; (415) 323-6338 Products: Taxtime 1040 Master Forms ($195) includes 47 forms/schedules; 1040 individual ($95) includes 23 forms/schedules, 24 states available ($50-195); 1120 ($195) includes 15 forms/schedules; 1120S ($195) includes 10 forms/schedules; 1065 ($195) includes 11 forms/schedules; 1041 ($195) includes 17 forms/schedules; 706 ($195); organizer ($29); W-2 ($49); W-2 Easy ($79); 1099 Easy ($49); laser software ($95-$195). Software highlights: Menu- and macro-driven. Hardware requirements: IBM or compatibles. Software runs under: Lotus 1-2-3, version 2.01 or higher running under DOS (required); supports laser printing. BEST PROGRAMS 2700 South Quincy Street Arlington, Virginia 22206 Telephone: (703) 842-4947 Products: Tax Partner 1040 ($995-$1,390) includes 47 forms/schedules, 41 states available ($325-$425); 1065 ($495); 1120C ($495); 1120S ($495); Proforma ($195); Organizer ($139); 1099/W2 Plus ($195); Planner ($195); Electronic Advantage ($170); Electronic Advantage Plus ($295); Electronic Advantage Direct ($795). Hardware requirements: DOS 3.0 or or compatibles, 640Kb RAM, 10Mb hard drive. Software runs under: DOS 3.0 or higher; supports Novell NetWare (operating system, networking) Novell NetWare - Novell, Inc.'s proprietary networking operating system for the IBM PC. NetWare uses the IPX/SPX, NetBEUI or TCP/IP network protocols. It supports MS-DOS, Microsoft Windows, OS/2, Macintosh and Unix clients. , LANtastic; HP LaserJet and compatible printers. CALLIS, RON, CPA (Computer Press Association, Landing, NJ) An earlier membership organization founded in 1983 that promoted excellence in computer journalism. Its annual awards honored outstanding examples in print, broadcast and electronic media. The CPA disbanded in 2000. 318 West Coates West Coates is an upmarket residential district of central Edinburgh, the capital of Scotland. It is on A8, in proximity to Haymarket railway station. As well as numerous small hotels and bed & breakfast lodges, the area is home to Donaldson's College, a school for the deaf. Street Moberly, Missouri Moberly is a city in Randolph County, Missouri, United States. The population was 11,945 at the 2000 census. The city was incorporated 1868. The Moberly Micropolitan Statistical Area consists of Randolph County. 65270 Telephone: (816) 263-7960 Products: Corporate ($600; laser, $300) includes 11 forms/schedules, Missouri, Illinois and Louisiana available ($280 each); partnership ($500; laser, $200) includes 11 forms/schedules, Missouri and Illinois available ($230 each); fiduciary ($600; laser $300), includes 19 forms/schedules, four states available. Hardware requirements: Hard disk. Software runs under: DOS; supports HP and compatible laser printers; Novell and other networks. CCH CCH Colegio de Ciencias y Humanidades (Spanish) CCH Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist CCH Cook County Hospital CCH Certified in Classical Homeopathy CCH Country Club Hills (Fairfax City, VA, USA) COMPUTAX, INC. 21250 Hawthorne Boulevard Hawthorne Boulevard, once known as "Hawthorne Avenue", is the name of a major Southern California thoroughfare also signed as California State Route 107 (and as Los Angeles County Route N7 through the Palos Verdes Peninsula). Torrance, California 90503 Telephone: (800) 45 PROFX; (213) 543-6200; FAX: (213) 543-6559 Products: ProSystem fx includes individual, partnership, corporation, S corporation, fiduciary, consolidated corporation and deferred compensation (federal, one state and laser approximately $2,500); 49 states available ($200-$595). Software higlights: Safety net backup processing; pull-down menus; context-sensitive help Context-sensitive help is a kind of online help that is obtained from a specific point in the state of the software, providing help for the situation that is associated with that state. ; tax research integrated with Commerce Clearing House publications; tax planning Tax planning Devising strategies throughout the year in order to minimize tax liability, for example, by choosing a tax filing status that is most beneficial to the taxpayer. ; general ledger General Ledger A company's accounting records. This formal ledger contains all the financial accounts and statements of a business. Notes: The ledger uses two columns: one records debits, the other has offsetting credits. bridges; electronic filing. Hardware requirements: IBM or compatibles, 2.6Mb RAM; federal program requires 9Mb hard disk space; CD-ROM CD-ROM: see compact disc. CD-ROM in full compact disc read-only memory Type of computer storage medium that is read optically (e.g., by a laser). . Software runs under: DOS 3.1 and higher, OS/2; supports Novell; HP and Xerox laser printers. CHIPSOFT, INC. 6330 Nancy Ridge Road The name Ridge Road can refer to multiple streets and roads. Canada
San Diego is a coastal Southern California city located in the southwestern corner of the continental United States. As of 2006, the city has a population of 1,256,951. 92121 Telephone: (619) 453-6860; FAX: (800) 755-1040 Products: Turbo Tax ProSeries/1040 ($395) includes 84 forms/schedules, 44 states available ($250 each); 1120 and 1120S ($395) includes 53 forms/schedules; 1065 ($295) includes 32 forms/schedules; 1041 (#395) includes 30 forms/schedules; laser option ($100-$200). Software highlights: Automatic installation; pull-down menus; four ways to print (laser, continuous-feed tax forms, overlays or approved substitute forms); on-line help screens; diagnostics; customizable client letter; full depreciation support. Hardware requirements: IBM or compatibles, 640Kb RAM. Software runs under: DOS 2.0 or higher; supports HP LaserJet. COMPUTER LANGUAGE RESEARCH 2395 Midway Road Carrollton, Texas Carrollton is a city in Texas, partially in Dallas County, partially in Denton County, and partially in Collin County. As of 2005, census estimates the city's total population to be 122,699.[1] Carrollton is a suburb of Dallas. 75006 Telephone: (800) FAST-TAX, ext. 7600; (214) 250-7000; FAX: (214) 250-7589 Products: GoSystems Tax Preparation (prices depend on the options selected and the number of people using the software programs) contains the following: 1040 includes 73 forms/schedules, 69 states/cities available; 1065 includes 21 forms/schedules, 35 jurisdictions available; 1120 and 1120S include 36 forms/schedules, 54 jurisdictions available; 1041 includes more than 31 forms/schedules, 43 jurisdictions available; 5500 includes 7 forms/schedules; 990 includes 2 forms/schedules. Software highlights: Tax reference-library options; expanded memory See EMS, EMM and expanded storage. (storage) expanded memory - Memory used through EMS. In systems based on Intel 80386 or later processor expanded memory is part of the extended memory that is mapped into the expanded memory page frame by the processor. support; built-in depreciation module;customizable client transmittal letter Transmittal letter A letter describing the contents and purpose of a transaction delivered with a security that is changing ownership. ; toll-free telephone support; interface with client write-up or general ledger. Hardware requirements: Hard disk; CD-ROM player for installation; LAN highly desirable. Software runs under: DOS 3.3 or higher; supports Novell, IBM Token Ring A local area network (LAN) access method developed by IBM. Conforming to the IEEE 802.5 standard, Token Ring uses a token ring access method and connects up to 255 nodes in a star topology at 4, 16 or 100 Mbps. and Ethernet; HP and compatible laser printers and Fast Tax Formwriter. CPAid SOFTWARE, INC. 1061 Fraternity Circle Kent, Ohio Kent is a city in Portage County, Ohio, United States. The population was 27,906 at the 2000 census, making it the county's largest city. Kent is home to the main campus of Kent State University. Nearby metropolitan areas include Akron, Cleveland, Canton, and Youngstown-Warren. 44240 Telephone: (800) 227-2437; FAX: (216) 677-0793 Products: Master 1040 (large network $1,495, single station $995) includes 52 forms, 38 states/cities available ($440); 1120 (large network $900, single station $600) includes 24 forms, with 11 states available ($295 each); 1120S (large network $900, single station ($600) includes 17 forms, with 8 states available ($235 each); 1065 (large network $900, single station $600) includes 18 forms, with 6 states/cities available ($195); bundling prices available. Software highlights: Special modules (depreciation, proforma, preseason organizer, database manager, expatriate) priced separately; toll-free telephone and bulletin board support; direct electronic filing. Hardware requirements: IBM or compatibles, 640Kb RAM, hard disk with 20Mb minimum recommended. Software runs under: DOS 3.0 or greater, 3.1 or greater for networks; supports Novell and compatibles, 3-COM, LANtastic; HP laser and compatibles. CPAS SOFTWARE One Pensacola Plaza Suite Plaza Suite is a play by Neil Simon. It is composed of three acts, each involving different characters but all set in Suite 719 of New York City's Plaza Hotel. 500 Pensacola, Florida
Products: CPASelect 1040 (multiuser Two or more users. network, $5,495; single user, $1,595) includes 49 forms/schedules, 41 state programs available ($500-$1,300); CPASelect Business (multiuser network $5,895; single user, $1,595), 7 states available. Software highlights: Integration with the Financial Navigator Financial Navigator, Inc is a U.S. based software company that develops accounting software targeted towards family offices, accountants, and high-net-worth individuals. The company was founded in 1983 and is headquartered in Mountain View, CA. for importing financial information; full depreciation module; exports to tax planning module; business tax modules fully integrated with general ledger and depreciation; adjusted trial balances can be imported from AICPA AICPA See American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA). Accountant's Trial Balance software. Hardware requirements: IBM or compatibles, 640Kb RAM, 40Mb hard drive; supports HP LaserJet and compatibles, Xerox 4045 and DEC LN03. Software runs under: DOS 3.0 or higher, Unix, SCO (The SCO Group, Lindon, UT, www.sco.com) A leading vendor of Unix operating systems for the x86 platform. SCO had also offered Linux, but abandoned the line in the spring of 2003. The SCO Group is the combination of two companies: Utah-based Caldera, Inc. , CTIX and AIX (Advanced Interactive eXecutive) IBM's Unix-based operating system which runs on its Intellistation workstations and pSeries, p5, iSeries and i5 server families. ; supports Novell and 3-COM. CREATIVE SOLUTIONS, INC. 7322 Newman Boulevard Dexter, Michigan Dexter is a village in Washtenaw County in the U.S. state of Michigan. The majority of the village is in the northwest corner of Scio Township with a small portion (approximately 200 homes) in Webster Township. The population was 2,338 at the 2000 census. 48130 Telephone: (31) 426-5860; FAX: (313) 426-5946 Products: UltraTax/1120 ($1,095-$1,695) includes S corporations and 16 forms/schedules, 13 states available ($395-$595); UltraTax/1065 ($995-$1,595) includes 12 forms/schedules. Software highlights: What you see is what you get (jargon) What You See Is What You Get - (WYSIWYG) /wiz'ee-wig/ Describes a user interface for a document preparation system under which changes are represented by displaying a more-or-less accurate image of the way the document will finally appear, e.g. when printed. (WYSIWYG (What You See Is What You Get) Pronounced "wiz-ee-wig." It refers to displaying text and graphics on screen the same as they will print on paper or display on a Web page. ); multimode data entry; customizable transmittal letters; on-line assistance. Hardware requirements: Minimum PC-XT PC-XT Personal Computer - eXtended Technology (but 386 recommended), 480Kb RAM, 4Mb available hard disk each for 1120 and 1065. Software runs under: DOS 3.0 or higher; supports Novell and LANtastic networks; HP LaserJet Plus, Xerox 4045. DAC See D/A converter and discretionary access control. DAC - Digital to Analog Converter EASY INC. 17950 Preston Road Suite 800 Dallas, Texas “Dallas” redirects here. For other uses, see Dallas (disambiguation). The City of Dallas (pronounced [ˈdæl.əs] or [ˈdæl. 75252 Telephone: (800) 736-2567 Products: RapidTax 1040 ($699) includes 53 forms/schedules, 23 states available ($199). Software highlights: Automatic billing module; 1992 planner; support for E-mail; FAX and Bulletin Board; database module for tracking client data; reports and mailing label printing; IRS An abbreviation for the Internal Revenue Service, a federal agency charged with the responsibility of administering and enforcing internal revenue laws. approved forms/overlays; state programs integrated with federal returns; client letter module; questionaire-interview mode; mouse compatible; laser forms included with RapidTax Professional for both federal and states; direct and indirect electronic filing software and refund anticipation loans. Hardware requirements: 512Kb RAM, hard disk with at least 10Mb free space; printing of proforma/organizer requires laser printer. Software runs under: DOS 3.1 and above. At no extra cost, can be configured to run on Novell, Alloy, LANtastic, Mainlan. DIAMOND SOFTWARE, INC. 570 West Mount Pleasant Avenue Livingston, New Jersey 07039 Telephone: (800) 535-9750; FAX: (201) 535-1436 Products: 1040/PRO ($1,495) includes 46 forms/schedules ($295), 7 states available; 1120 ($595( includes 23 forms/schedules, New York New York, state, United States New York, Middle Atlantic state of the United States. It is bordered by Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and the Atlantic Ocean (E), New Jersey and Pennsylvania (S), Lakes Erie and Ontario and the Canadian province of and New Jersey available ($295 each); 1120S ($595) includes 20 forms/schedules, New Jersey available ($295); 1065 ($595) includes 20 forms/schedules; bundling prices available. Software highlights: IRS look-alike forms; unlimited K-1 input; handles all depreciation methods; pop-up help screens; toll-free support; electronic filing option available; interfacing with several general ledger packages. Hardware requirements: IBM or compatibles, 640Kb RAM, minimum 10Mb hard disk. Software runs under: DOS 3.3 or higher; supports Novell network; laser printing supported for HP and compatibles. DIGITAX, INC. 3001 South State Street Suite 201 Ann Arbor, Michigan  “Ann Arbor” redirects here. For other uses, see Ann Arbor (disambiguation). Ann Arbor is a city in the U.S. state of Michigan and the county seat of Washtenaw County. 48104 Telephone: (800) DIGITAX; (313) 663-2999 Products: 1040 ($1,450) includes 66 forms/schedules, 13 states available; 1065 ($700) includes 23 forms/schedules, 8 states available; 1120 ($700) includes 28 forms/schedules, 8 states available, and 1120S ($700) includes 23 forms/schedules, 8 states available. Extra charge for multiple users. Software highlights: Customizable client questionnaire; proforma updates prior-year data; tax database and planner; translation of data from general ledger into Datax format. Hardware requirements: IBM or compatibles, 640Kb RAM (but 1Mb is preferred), hard disk with 20Mb free space. Software runs under: DOS 2.0 or higher; supports HP laser or compatibles and Xerox 4045. DIRECT LINK SOFTWARE 160 Southwest 12th Avenue Suite 101B Deerfield Beach, Florida Deerfield Beach is a city in Broward County, Florida, USA. The city is named for the numerous deer that once roamed the area. As of 2004, the population estimated by the U.S. Census Bureau is 76,478. 33442 Telephone: (800) 852-0669 Products: 1120, 1120S, 1065 ($395-$495); 1041 and 990 ($295-$395 each); 13 states available ($295-$495). Software highlights: Works interactively with AICPA Accountant's Trial Balance software; online IRS instructions; diagnostics. Hardware requirements: IBM and compatibles, 640Kb RAM, hard disk. Software supports: DOS 3.1 or higher; supports Novell and LANtastic; HP and compatible laser printers. DUNPHY SYSTEMS, INC. 6740 Huntley Road Suite 103 Columbus, Ohio Columbus is the capital and the largest city of the American state of Ohio. Named for explorer Christopher Columbus, the city was founded in 1812 at the confluence of the Scioto and Olentangy rivers, and assumed the functions of state capital in 1816. 43229 Telephone: (614) 431-0846 Products: 1040 ($499) includes 57 forms/schedules, 18 states available ($100); 1120 ($199) includes 17 forms/schedules; 1120S ($199) includes 14 forms/schedules; LAN license ($300); tax planner ($199); electronic filing ($300-$399); W-4 ($49); laser forms ($100). Software highlights: Menu-driven; on-line help screens; customizable client letter and invoice. Hardware requirements: IBM and compatibles, 256Kb RAM, 1.5M hard disk space. Software runs under: TIPC TIPC Transparent Inter Process Communication (telecom cluster) TIPC Texas Instruments Personal Computer , DEC Rainbow, DOS 2.0 and higher; DOS 3.1 for networks; supports Novell, 3-COM, LANtastic, 10 Net. EBG EBG Electromagnetic Band Gap EBG Ernst-Barlach-Gymnasium (German high school name; several cities) EBG European Board of Gastroenterology EBG EuroBonus Gold EBG Electron Beam Gun EBG Electronic Book G EBG Extended Boolean Graphs & ASSOCIATES, INC. 70 East Lake Street Suite 1400 Chicago, Illinois 60601 Telephone: (800) PENMARK; (312) 580-2250; FAX: (312) 580-2252 Products: 5500 ($695) includes all forms/schedules; 1099-R ($395) includes all forms/schedules; electronic filing module available. Software highlights: Menu-driven; data retained from prior year; calculation verification; toll-free telephone support. Hardware requirements: Tax fonts. Software runs under: DOS; supports HP laserJet. ECKCO SYSTEMS, INC. P.O. Box 15496 New Orleans New Orleans (ôr`lēənz –lənz, ôrlēnz`), city (2006 pop. 187,525), coextensive with Orleans parish, SE La., between the Mississippi River and Lake Pontchartrain, 107 mi (172 km) by water from the river mouth; founded , Louisianna 70115 Telephone: (800) 322-2829 Products: 1040 ($350-$1,495) includes 45 forms/schedules, 20 states available ($95-$295); 1120 and 1120A ($295); 1120S ($295); 1120, 120A and 1120S ($495 together) include 22 forms; 1065 and 1041 include 14 forms each ($295 each); laser forms ($100-$400) Software highlights: IRS lookalike forms; toll-free telephone support; built-in depreciation module; customizable cleint letters and billing. Hardware requirements: IBM and compatibles, 384Kb RAM, hard or floppy disk. Software runs under: DOS 3.0; support HP and compatibles, Xerox 4045, and DEC LN03 laser printers. FLASHTAX 16 Technology Drive Suite 100 Irvine, California Irvine is an incorporated city in Orange County, California, United States. It is a planned city, mainly developed by the Irvine Company since the 1960s. Formally incorporated on December 28 1971, the 69.7 square mile (180.5 km²) city has a population of 202,079 (as of 2007). 92718 Telephone: (800) 345-4337; FAX: (714) 753-0870 Products: Flash 1040 ($995) includes 51 forms/schedules, 8 states available ($195-$295). Software highlights: Direct electronic filing available ($995); toll-free number for electronic mail and electronic filing return transmissions; pop-up calculator; IRS look-alike forms; automatic timing and fee billing; instant access to tax codes cross-referenced to major tax services. Hardware requirements: IBM or compatibles, 640Kb RAM, 20Mb hard disk. Software runs under: DOS; supports Novell, LANtastic networks; HP LaserJet or equivalent. HEIZER SOFTWARE P.O. Box 232019 Pleasant Hill, California Pleasant Hill is a city in Contra Costa County, California, in the East Bay of the San Francisco Bay Area. The population was 32,837 at the 2000 census. It was incorporated in 1961. 94523 Telephone: (800) 888-7667; (415) 943-7667; FAX: (415) 943-6882 Products: 1040 Professional ($99) includes more than 50 forms/schedules; California, New York and Massachusetts available ($19 each); 1040NR ($99); 1041 ($49) includes more than 50 forms/schedules; 1065 ($49) includes more than 40 forms/schedules; 1120 ($49) includes more than 50 forms/schedules; 1120F ($99) includes more than 50 forms/schedules; 1120-H ($49) includes more than 50 forms/schedules; 1120L ($99) includes more than 30 forms/schedules; 1120-PC ($99) includes more than 39 forms/schedules; 1120S ($49) includes more than 40 forms/schedules; 2290 ($39); 5471 ($79); 5500 ($49); 706 ($89); 709 ($79); 720 ($49); 940 ($39); 941 ($39); 990 ($49); 990PF ($89); planners for individuals ($20), corporations ($39), S corporations ($39), partnerships ($39), fiduciary ($39). Software highlights: IRS look-alike forms; depreciation worksheets included with most programs. Hardware requirements: IBM or compatibles, Macintosh, 2Mb RAM recommended. Software runs under: MS Excel 3.0 (Windows/OS2/Macintosh) or Lotus 1-2-3 for Windows/Macintosh; supports all printers that run under Windows/Macintosh HOWARD SOFT 1124 Prospect Street Suite 150 La Jolla La Jolla (lə hoi`yə), on the Pacific Ocean, S Calif., an uninc. district within the confines of San Diego; founded 1869. The beautiful ocean beaches, in particular La Jolla shores and Black's Beach, and sea-washed caves attract visitors and , California 92037 Telephone: (619) 454-0121 Products: 1040 ($295 for IBM, $250 for Apple) includes 24 forms/schedules; 1065 ($495 for IBM) includes 13 forms/schedules. Hardware requirements: IBM and compatibles and the entire Apple II family; supports laser printing programs. JETTAX Hutton Centre 200 East Sandpointe Avenue Suite 320 Santa Ana, California Santa Ana is the most populous city in Orange County, California and is the county seat. It lies approximately 10 miles inland from the Pacific Ocean, on the largely seasonal Santa Ana River. 92707 Telephone: (800) 527-3789; (714) 979-2860; FAX: (714) 546-5908 Products: JetTax 1040 ($2,995) includes 54 federal forms/schedules plus 42 forms/schedules for California; 1065 ($1,495) includes 22 federal forms/schedules and 16 for California; 1120 ($1,495) includes 32 federal forms/schedules plus 27 for California; 1120S ($1,495) includes 38 federal forms/schedules and 32 for California; 1041 ($1,495) includes 54 federal forms/schedules plus 30 for California. Software highlights: Fully integrated federal to state; a user-definable database that allows for data export to ASCII file A file that contains data made up of ASCII characters. It is essentially raw text just like the words you are reading now. Each byte in the file contains one character that conforms to the standard ASCII code (see ASCII chart). ; an uplink to Lotus 1-2-3. Hardware requirements: IBM or compatibles, 640Kb RAM, hard disk with 2.5Mb for each module; central file server must have a keyboard and a monitor, with minimum of 2Mb; 640Kb RAM required for each workstation. Software runs under: DOS 3.0 or higher; supports Novell NetWare or LANtastic; HP LaserJet and compatibles, Xerox 4045. LACERTE SOFTWARE CORP. 4835 LBJ Freeway, 10th floor Dallas, Texas 75244 Telephone: (800) 765-7777; (214) 492-8500 Products: 1040 ($2,000) includes 41 forms/schedules, 38 states available ($295-$495); 1065 ($995) includes 13 forms/schedules; California, Illinois and New York available ($200); 1120 ($995) includes 16 forms/schedules ($200); 1120S ($995) includes 11 forms/schedules; 1041 ($995) includes 18 forms/schedules, California available ($200); laser software ($300-$500); organizer/proforma ($100-$200). No extra charge for network version. Software highlights: Bridge capability for importing data from leading client write-up programs; context-sensitive help; pop-up tax calculator; customizable client letter and invoice; mailing labels; fully integrated state software; toll-free telephone support. Hardware requirements: IBM or compatibles, 640Kb RAM (450Kb resident memory available to Lacerte programs), hard disk with 40Mb free space recommended. Software runs under: DOS 3.1 or higher; supports Novell compatible and LANtastic networks; HP and compatible printers and Xerox 4045. LACKNER COMPUTER GROUP, INC. Carnegie Office Park Suite 290 700 North Bell Avenue Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania “Pittsburgh” redirects here. For the region, see Pittsburgh Metropolitan Area. Pittsburgh (pronounced IPA: /ˈpɪtsbɚg/) is the second largest city in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. 15106 Telephone: (412) 279-2121; FAX; (412) 279-6426 Products: Quik 1041 ($395) includes 10 forms/schedules, 18 states available ($195); network version, add $200 for federal and $100 for state. Software highlights: On-line context-sensitive instructions; pull-down menus. Hardware requirements: Hard disk. Software runs under: DOS 2.0 or higher; supports Novell, 3-COM, Banyan, IBM Token Ring; HP 500 or higher and compatibles. LASER SYSTEMS 7 North Main P.O. Box 407 Kaysville, Utah Kaysville is a city in Davis County, Utah, USA. The Kaysville area was originally settled by Hector Haight shortly after Mormon pioneers arrived in 1847. He had been sent north to find feed for the stock and soon thereafter constructed a cabin and brought his family to settle the 84037 Telephone: (800) 669-1011; (801) 544-3090 Products: 1040 ($995) includes 51 forms/schedules, 25 states available (first state $295, each additional $195); 1041 ($445) includes 27 forms/schedules, 4 states available ($95); 1065 ($595) includes 10 forms/schedules, 6 states available ($95); 1120 ($445) includes 14 forms/schedules, 6 states available ($95); 1020S ($445) includes 12 forms/schedules, 5 states available ($95). Software highlights: Electronic filing module available for System 1040 for $595; free telephone support; laser printing; fixed-asset manager and a client database included free in all packages; customizable client letters. Hardware requirements: IBM and compatibles, 640Kb RAM. Software runs under: DOS 3.0 or higher; Novell network recommended (no extra charge). LINTON SHAFER COMPUTER SERVICES Data processing (timesharing, batch processing), software development and consulting services. See service bureau, SaaS and ASP. , INC. 2 West Second Street Frederick, Maryland Frederick is the county seat of Frederick County, Maryland. As of the 2006 census estimates, the city has a total population of 58,882 [2], making it the third-largest city in Maryland. 21701 Telephone: (800) 638-2220; (301) 695-5333. Products: Express Tax 1120 and 1120S ($295); 1065 ($295). Software highlights: IRS look-alike forms; draft/proforma may be prepared as an input document; text pages usable on instructions to client as transmittal letters; output to laser or to matrix with overlays. Hardware requirements: IBM or compatibles, 640Kb RAM, hard disk. Software runs under: DOS 3.0 or higher; supports Novell. MENTOR ACCOUNTING SYSTEMS 2200 Amapola Court Suite 100 Torrance, California 90501 Telephone: (800) 843-4165; (213) 328-4407; FAX: (213) 328-3544 Products: 1040 series ($500) includes 52 forms/schedules, 5 states available ($100-250); corporation (federal and California, $395); laser modules ($70-$280); electronic filing ($350). Software highlights: Batch data entry Entering a group of source documents into the computer. See batch processing. ; pop-up calculator; customizable statements; annual rollover A graphic element in an application or on a Web page that changes its color or shape when the pointer is moved (rolled) over it. See JavaScript rollover. See also n-key rollover. ; client organizer and database; mailing labels; complete depreciation-amortization module; on-screen on·screen or on-screen adj. & adv. 1. As shown on a movie, television, or display screen. 2. Within public view; in public. help and diagnostic. Hardware requirements: IBM or compatibles, 640Kb RAM, hard disk with minimum 20Mb recommended. Software runs under: DOS 3.0 or higher; supports HP or compatibles, Xerox 4045 and LaserPro. MICRO VISION SOFTWARE, INC. 368 Veterans Memorial Highway Veterans Memorial Highway is the name chosen for the following roads: Canada Commack is partly in the Town of Huntington and the Town of Smithtown. It is located on Long Island. 11725 Telephone: (800) 829-7354; (516) 543-1040; FAX: (516) 543-1175 Products: 1040 ($595) includes 21 forms/schedules; Tax Relief 1120 and 1120S for corporate returns ($295 each of both for $495) includes 21 forms/schedules, 7 states/cities available ($195-$595); 1065 ($295); W-2 and 1099 ($129); electronic filin ($99-$249); proforma/client organizer ($99). Software highlights: Handles "shoe box" data; maintains complete audit trail; includes tax planner, fixed-asset management; depreciation schedule supports MACRS See Modified Accelerated Cost Recovery System. MACRS See Modified Accelerated Cost Recovery System (MACRS). with midquarter convention, ACRS ACRS See: Accelerated cost recovery system ACRS See Accelerated Cost Recovery System (ACRS). , ADS, SLS (Selective Laser Sintering) See laser sintering and 3D printing. and DDB DDB - device independent bitmap ; automatic client letter/billing; fully integrated modules for 26 states; pop-up hlep screens; file compression program that shrinks size of typical corporate data file to less than 10Kb. Hardware requirements: 640Kb RAM, 3Mb on hard disk. Software runs under: DOS 3.1 or higher; supports Novell, LANtastic networks; HP and compatible laser printers. PDP (1) (Plasma Display Panel) See plasma display. (2) (Policy Decision Point) See COPS and XACML. (3) (Programmed Data P TAX SERVICE 10906 Baron Drive Parma, Ohio 44130 Telephone: (216) 842-1231 Products: ELECTRO-1040 ($339) includes 30 forms/schedules, 8 states available ($49-$99); laser ($225), state ($100). Software highlights: Fully integrated electronic filing with direct or third-party transmission and refund anticipation loan program included; data entry mode for taxpayer-prepared returns; service bureau option for transmitters. Hardware requirements: IBM and compatibles, 440Kb RAM, either hard disk with 1Mb or dual floppy; will run on some networks. Software runs under: DOS 2.1 or higher; supports HP or compatible laser printing; prints on overlays. PENCIL PUSHERS TAX SOFTWARE 3 New England Executive Park Burlington, Massachusetts 01803 Telephone: (800) 333-8297 Products: 1040 ($900, laser $400) includes 60 forms/schedules, all states available ($200-$400); 1120 ($400, includes laser software) includes 23 forms/schedules, 22 states available ($400, includes laser software); 1120S ($400, includes laser software) includes 16 forms/schedules, 8 states available ($200, includes laser); 1041 ($400, includes laser) includes 22 forms/schedules, 4 states available ($200 includes laser). Full library (all federal, state, tax planning, electronic filing, amended returns, fixed assets) costs $6,000; minilibrary (same as above, with 12 states) costs $4,000; federal library only costs $2,000. Software highlights: Toll-free telephone support; customizable client letter and invoicing; diagnostics; built-in calculator; note capabilities; proforma/client organizer; menu-driven. Hardware requirements: IBM and compatibles, 512Kb RAM, hard disk. Software runs under: DOS 3.1 or higher. PRENTICE-HALL PROFESSIONAL SOFTWARE P.O. Box 723597 2400 Lake Park Drive Atlanta, Georgia 30339 Telephone: (800) 241-3306 Products: 1040 ($2,000) includes 48 forms/schedules, all states available (first two, $350; each additional, $100); laser software $500; 1120, 1120S and 1065 ($595 each), 28 states available ($100-$300); S corporation ($595); tax planning ($425). Software highlights: Toll-free support; fixed-asset capability; context-sensitive help screens; client-billing module; diagnostic. Hardware requirement: IBM or compatibles, 640Kb RAM, 10Mb hard disk. Software runs under: DOS 3.0; supports Novell, 3-COM, IBM Token Ring ($275); HP and Xerox 4045 laser printing. PROFITIME, INC. 22 Beaver Street Ambridge, Pennsylvania 15003 Telephone: (412) 266-4330; FAX: (412) 266-4278 Products: 1065 ($229) includes 10 forms/schedules; 1120 ($229) includes 14 forms/schedules; 1120S ($229) includes 9 forms/schedules; 1041 ($229) includes 9 forms/schedules; 1040X ($59); 1120X ($59); 1099-B, 1099-Div, 1099-Int, 1099-Misc ($59 each); depreciation and calculator ($99). Software highlights: Menu-driven; on-screen help; continuous calculation update; includes auto trial balances, which allows entries from geenral ledger, makes necessary adjusting journal entries, provides yearend balances and subsequently transfers all the adjusted figures. Hardware requirements: IBM or compatibles, 512Kb RAM. Software runs under: DOS 2.0 or higher. SCS/COMPUTER (formerly Accountants Microsystems) 12444 Powerscourt Drive Suite 400 St. Louis, Missouri 63131 Telephone: (314) 955-2805 Products: Tax Machine Individual Federal ($2,300) includes 118 forms/schedules, 43 states/cities available ($700-$1,100); Tax Machine Corporation ($1,000) includes 101 forms/schedules, 22 states available ($400-$600); Tax Machine S Corporation ($1,000) includes 76 forms/schedules, 21 states available ($400-$600); Tax Machine Partnership ($1,000) includes 67 forms/schedules, 18 states available ($400-$600); Software tx Federal ($2,800) includes 168 forms/schedules, 43 states/cities available ($700-$1,100); Software tx Corporation includes 60 forms/schedules, 22 states/cities available ($400-$600); Software tx Partnership ($1,000), includes 73 forms/schedules, 18 states/cities available ($400-$600); Software tx S corporation ($1,00) includes 86 forms/schedules, 21 states/cities available ($400-$600). Laser federal and state software $500; tax planning $300; electronic filing $800; database management $300. Software highlights: Toll-free telephone support; 24-hour FAX support; updates transmitted by modem; multiple state capability; all data integrated; automatic data checking and diagnostics. Hardware required: IBM or compatibles, 640Kb RAM, 40Kb hard disk. Software runs under: DOS 3.1 or higher; also compatible with Xenix/Unix; supports Novell Advanced NetWare 2.01 or higher and ELS 2.12 or higher; HP LaserJet, Panasonic, Canon, Xerox, 4045. SCS/COMPUTE, INC. 3191 "D" Airport Loop Costa Mesa, California Costa Mesa is a suburban middle class city in Orange County, California, United States. The population was 108,724 at the 2000 census. Since its incorporation in 1953, the city has grown from a semi-rural farming community of 16,840 to a suburban city with an economy based on 92626 Telephone: (800) 326-1040; (714) 435-1040; FAX: (714) 432-9057 Products: QuickTax 1040 ($495) includes 50 forms/schedules, 28 states available ($100-$200); LMS/Tax 1040 ($1,995) includes 50 forms/schedules, 28 states available ($400-$500); LMS/Tax 1120 ($700) includes 19 forms/schedules, Arizona, California and Colorado available ($200); LMS/Tax 1065 ($700) includes 18 forms/schedules, Arizona, California and Colorado available ($200); LMS/Tax 1120S ($700) includes 18 forms/schedules. Software highlights: Toll-free telephone support for all LMS products; customizable client transmittal letter and billing; depreciation module; IRS look-alike forms; remote data entry for LMS products. Hardware requirements: IBM and compatibles, 640Kb RAM, hard disk (with 100Mb free space available for LMS/Tax and 40Mb for QuickTax). Software runs under: DOS 3.1 or higher, supports Novell Advanced Netware 2 or higher and ELS 2.12 or higher; HP LaserJet, Panasonic, Canon and Xerox 4045. STONEBRIDGE SOFTWARE GROUP, LTD LTD 1 Laron-type dwarfism 2 Leukotriene D 3 Long-term depression, see there 4. Long-term disability . 5 Briardale Court Houston, Texas 77027 Telephone: (713) 840-0808; FAX: (713) 552-0005 Products: TEN FORTY/Simple ($695) includes about 56 forms, 6 states available ($75), no multiuser version available; electronic filing ($100); laser printing ($225). Software highlights: On-line help; client billing and depreciation modules. Hardware requirements: IBM and compatibles, 512Kb RAM and 1.2Mb hard disk. Software runs under: DOS. TAX & ACCOUNTING SOFTWARE CO. (TASCforce) 8801 South Yale Suite 400 Tulsa, Oklahoma 74137 Telephone: (918) 493-5900 Products: 1040 ($990, with no additional charge for multiple users in one location) includes over 50 forms/schedules with programs available for all states except Montana, New Hampshire New Hampshire, one of the New England states of the NE United States. It is bordered by Massachusetts (S), Vermont, with the Connecticut R. forming the boundary (W), the Canadian province of Quebec (NW), and Maine and a short strip of the Atlantic Ocean (E). and South Dakota ($295-$495); business tax, which includes 1120, 1120S and 1065 ($990), includes more than 20 forms/schedules, with 9 states ($295-$495) available. Software highlights: Context-sensitive help screens available at every field, optional direct/indirect electronic filing, organizer, proforma, 24-hour bulletin board. Hardware requirements: IBM and compatibles, 640Kb RAM, hard drive. Software runs under: DOS 3.1 or higher; supports Novell and compatibles, LANtastic. TAXBYTE, INC. 1801 Sixth Avenue Moline, Illinois 61265 Telephone: (800) 245-8299; (309) 764-7245; FAX: (309) 764-0976 Products: 1040 ($1,000, extra $500 for laser) includes 61 forms/schedules, 31 states available ($400, extra $100 for laser); 1120, 1120S and 1065 ($500 each) includes 20 forms each. Software highlights: Overflow sheets; tax forecaster; options include on-line help, pop-up calculator, diagnostics. Hardware requirements: IBM or compatibles, 512Kb RAM, minimum 4Mb free on hard disk. Software runs under: DOS 3.1 or higher; supports Novell network. TAXKIT, INC. 1120 Greeley Avenue Glencoe, Minnesota 55336 Telephone: (612) 864-6602; FAX: (612) 864-4205 Products: 1040 ($695) includes more than 45 forms/schedules; 7 states ($100) available. Software highlights: Menu-driven, free support services support services Psychology Non-health care-related ancillary services–eg, transportation, financial aid, support groups, homemaker services, respite services, and other services , client proformas; ability to support three printers. Hardware requirements: IBM or compatibles, 512Kb RAM, hard disk. Software runs under: DOS 2.1 or higher; supports Novell and LANtastic; HP LaserJet printing. TAX RESOURCES 1111 North Loop West Suite 240 Houston, Texas 77008 Telephone: (713) 868-2937 Products: Ten40 ($1,295) includes 64 forms/schedules, Illinois and Pennsylvania available ($295-$495); 1120 ($795) includes 27 forms/schedules; 1120S ($995) includes 21 forms/schedules; Ten65 ($995) includes 20 forms/schedules; electronic filing available ($200). Software highlights: On-line help, customizable transmittal letters; fully integrated fixed asset manager with 68 methods of depreciation; proforma utility; electronic filing. Hardware requirements: IBM or compatible, 640Kb RAM, 20Mb hard disk. Software runs under: DOS 3.0 or higher; supports Novell network; HP laser series, Xerox 4045 and Panasonic (KX-P4450). TAXSIMPLE, INC. 431 Route 10 Randolph, New Jersey
Randolph is a Township in Morris County, New Jersey, United States. 07869 Telephone: (201) 989-8955; (800) 323-2662 (outside New Jersey); FAX: (201) 366-5877 Products: Individual ($595, network 10% of total with $200 maximum per site) includes over 155 forms/schedules, 21 states available ($65-$275); corporate ($295) includes more than 25 forms/schedules, New Jersey, New York State and New York City New York City: see New York, city. New York City City (pop., 2000: 8,008,278), southeastern New York, at the mouth of the Hudson River. The largest city in the U.S. available; S corporation ($295) includes more than 25 forms/schedules, New Jersey, New York State and New York City available; partnership ($295) includes 23 forms/schedules, New York State and New York City available. Package prices available. Software highlights: Menu-driven; IRS look-alike forms; toll-free support; on-line research interface; all forms and state returns are integrated; what-if mode; pop-up calculator and notes; transmittal letter; invoice; client labels; electronic filing; year-to-year transfer, customizable forms. Hardware requirements: IBM or compatibles, 640Kb RAM, hard disk. Software runs under: DOS 2.0 or higher; supports Panasonic, HP or compatible laser printers. TAXWARE SYSTEMS, INC. P.O. Box 329 604 North Euclid Avenue Ontario, California 91762 Telephone: (800) 877-1065; (714) 986-6019 Products: 1040 package includes 64 forms/schedules ($1,700), all states available ($850 each); 1120 includes 11 forms/schedules, 9 states available ($200); 1120S includes 9 forms/schedules, 9 states available; 1065 ($800); depreciation module ($475); prices include laser printing. Discounts available for bundling. Software highlights: Proforma/organizers; pop-up calculator with note-keeping; laser print options; client database; electronic filing ($500). Hardware requirements: IBM or compatibles, 650Kb RAM, hard disk recommended. Software runs under: DOS; supports Novell 2.15. 1040 SOLUTIONS, INC. 21250 Hawthorne Blvd. Torrance, California 90503 Telephone: (800) 544-9552 Products: 1040 ($1,800) includes more than 50 forms/schedules, 40 cities/states available ($250-$695); Software highlights: Electronic filing; tax planning; tax research; return tracking. Hardware requirements: IBM or compatibles, 640Kb RAM, 20Mb of free hard disk space. Software runs under: DOS 3.0; supports Novell; HP and Xerox printers. UFS UFS Unix File System UFS Universal Fighting System (Sabertooth games) UFS United Feature Syndicate UFS Unite for Sight UFS Uncoated Free Sheet (paper grade) UFS Universal Frame System GOOD-YEAR, INC. 3713 Garrett Road Drexel Hill, Pennsylvania Drexel Hill is a Census-designated place in Upper Darby Township, Delaware County, Pennsylvania. Drexel Hill is located about 5.8 miles from Center City, Philadelphia. The population was 29,364 at the 2000 census. 19026 Telephone: (800) 468-6837; (215) 623-6140 Products: 1040 ($1,200) includes 54 forms/schedules; 1020/1020S, 1065 and 1041 ($1,300); electronic filing option available. Seven states available ($200-$400). Software highlights: IRS and state look-alike forms. Hardware requirements: IBM and compatibles, hard disk recommended. Software runs under: Requires DOS 3.0 or higher; supports networks; HP and Xerox printers. UNIVERSAL BUSINESS COMPUTING CO. 473 South Northwest Highway Suite 2A Palatine, Illinois 60067 Telephone: (800) 762-8222; (708) 358-9400; FAX: (708) 705-8222 Products: 1040 ($250); 1120 ($500); 1065 ($500), 5 states available ($250-$375). Software highlights: Diagnostics, toll-free support. Hardware requirements: IBM or compatibles, 512Kb RAM, 1Mb hard disk. Software runs under: DOS 2.0; supports Novell, 3-COM, Banyan, MS-LANMAN, IBM Token Ring; HP and Xerox printers. STANLEY ZAROWIN is a Journal senior editor. Mr. Zarowin is an employee of the American Institute of CPAs and his views, as expressed in this article, do not necessarily reflect the views of the AICPA. Official positions are determined through certain specific committee producers, due process and deliberation. |
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