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Everything you need to claim tax savings

Instead gives you everything you need to support your final tax return whether filing yourself or working with a tax professional.
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Tax strategies to save every dollar you deserve

Instead helps you find every eligible tax strategy, from basic credits and deductions to complex scenarios, ensuring you maximize your savings.

Features for fast and easy savings

AI first tax platform

Leverage advanced AI to streamline your tax process, ensuring accuracy and maximized savings.

QuickBooks monitor

Connect your accounts to Instead for personalized, AI-driven savings recommendations.

Clear calculations

Enjoy complete transparency with detailed, easy-to-understand tax calculations.

Create and save docs

Effortlessly create, save, and manage your tax documents in a centralized digital repository.

E-sign documents

Quickly and securely e-sign all your important tax documents without any hassle.

Store tax data

Securely store all your tax-related data in one place, easily accessible and organized.

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Sole proprietor

For individuals, sole proprietors and real estate owners who want to navigate the complexities of key tax positions with our intuitive platform.

$16
Per entity, per month
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Sole proprietor

For individuals, sole proprietors and real estate owners who want to navigate the complexities of key tax positions with our intuitive platform.

$20
Per entity, per month
Billed monthly
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Sole proprietor plan includes
18 key tax positions
Unlimited users
AI driven conversational experience
Quickbooks Online connection
AI-generated tax documentation
Bank statement connection
Document storage
Investment account connection
Individual and sole proprietor coverage
Retirement account connection
Real estate investment coverage
Tie-outs to file tax return
SOC 2 compliance
New tax savings alerts

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Monthly

Business

For small and medium sized businesses who want to navigate the complexities of key tax positions with our intuitive platform.

$24
Per entity, per month
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Business

For small and medium sized businesses who want to navigate the complexities of key tax positions with our intuitive platform.

$30
Per entity, per month
Billed monthly
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Business plan includes
10 key tax positions
Unlimited users
AI driven conversational experience
Quickbooks Online connection
AI-generated tax documentation
Bank statement connection
Document storage
Investment account connection
Individual and sole proprietor coverage
Retirement account connection
Real estate investment coverage
Tie-outs to file tax return
SOC 2 compliance
New tax savings alerts

Annual (save 20%)

Monthly

Speciality

Research & development credits (R&D) and Work opportunity credits (WOTC) are government incentives designed to reward businesses for investing in innovation, research, and hiring from groups facing employment barriers. These credits can significantly reduce your tax liability, turning research expenses and inclusive hiring practices into valuable savings.

$16
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Speciality

Research & development credits (R&D) and Work opportunity credits (WOTC) are government incentives designed to reward businesses for investing in innovation, research, and hiring from groups facing employment barriers. These credits can significantly reduce your tax liability, turning research expenses and inclusive hiring practices into valuable savings.

$20
Per entity, per month
Billed monthly
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Speciality plan includes
Eligibility checks for R&D
Eligibility for expenses, hires
Guided data entry for both credits
Transparent calculations for R&D
Qualification tests for R&D
Alerts for new savings opportunities
Efficient entry with spreadsheet import
AI documentation for R&D
Secure document storage
Review WOTC certification status
Verify employee qualifications for WOTC
Calculate potential tax credits
Automated reminders for tasks and deadlines

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