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I-9 HQ™ for Employer Services, by Equifax vs. Intuit Lacerte

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    ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price

    I-9 HQ™ for Employer Services, by Equifax

    Score8 out of 10
    N/AEquifax Workforce Solutions brings organizations the information, expertise, and HR solutions they need to help meet their compliance commitments and manage the changes that impact their workforce. Our Verification Services and flagship The Work NumberⓇ database help improve the speed of verifications and the accuracy of decisions that help consumers nationwide.

    $8.50

    per month

    Intuit Lacerte

    Score9.4 out of 10
    N/AIntuit Lacerte is an Income Tax Compliance system, providing forms, tax planning support, as well as document management and document storage.

    $400

    Pricing
    I-9 HQ™ for Employer Services, by EquifaxIntuit Lacerte
    Editions & Modules
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    Lacerte REP (Fast Path Only)
    $400
    Lacerte 200 - Federal 1040
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    Lacerte Unlimited Modules
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    Offerings
    Pricing Offerings
    I-9 HQ™ for Employer Services, by EquifaxIntuit Lacerte
    Free Trial
    NoNo
    Free/Freemium Version
    NoNo
    Premium Consulting/Integration Services
    NoNo
    Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup fee
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    Features
    I-9 HQ™ for Employer Services, by EquifaxIntuit Lacerte
    Type of tax
    Comparison of Type of tax features of I-9 HQ™ for Employer Services, by Equifax and Intuit Lacerte
    Feature
    I-9 HQ™ for Employer Services, by Equifax
    -
    Ratings
    Intuit Lacerte
    8.5
    2 Ratings
    11% above category average
    Sales and Use Taxes00 Ratings8.01 Ratings
    Cross-border Taxes00 Ratings8.01 Ratings
    VAT / GST Taxes00 Ratings8.01 Ratings
    Energy and Fuel Taxes00 Ratings10.02 Ratings
    Tax Reporting & Compliance
    Comparison of Tax Reporting & Compliance features of I-9 HQ™ for Employer Services, by Equifax and Intuit Lacerte
    Feature
    I-9 HQ™ for Employer Services, by Equifax
    -
    Ratings
    Intuit Lacerte
    10.0
    4 Ratings
    25% above category average
    Geolocation for Tax Assessment00 Ratings9.92 Ratings
    3rd-Party Software Integrations00 Ratings10.04 Ratings
    Tax Data Reporting00 Ratings10.04 Ratings
    Compliance Administration Management00 Ratings10.03 Ratings
    Tax Exemption Processing00 Ratings10.04 Ratings
    Tax Document Management00 Ratings10.02 Ratings
    Complex Tax Scenario Management00 Ratings10.03 Ratings
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    User Ratings
    I-9 HQ™ for Employer Services, by EquifaxIntuit Lacerte
    Likelihood to Recommend
    9.0
    (4 ratings)
    10.0
    (4 ratings)
    Usability
    -
    (0 ratings)
    10.0
    (1 ratings)
    Support Rating
    -
    (0 ratings)
    9.0
    (1 ratings)
    User Testimonials
    I-9 HQ™ for Employer Services, by EquifaxIntuit Lacerte
    Likelihood to Recommend
    Equifax
    LawLogix Guardian is well suited for companies who want or need to keep digital I-9 records in a safe and convenient place. LawLogix Guardian also keeps you up to date on all compliance practices for the country or state that you're in, ensuring that you stay compliant to the best of your abilities. One scenario where LawLogix falters is a very specific scenario of hiring minors without a Driver's License. In certain states, items such as report cards can be used in lieu of certain identifying documents. However, there is no accommodation for that in the current I-9 form.
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    Intuit
    This software is great for a tax preparer that wants the whole package from organizers to customer returns with letters and invoices. This is the best software with everything combined together. For new tax preparers looking for expensive software and are willing to some items (invoices) organizers, scheduling) through other means, Intuit Lacerte might be too expensive. But once the practice grows the time saved having all the “bells and whistles “ is worth every penny!
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    Pros
    Equifax
    • Immediate access to employee performance
    • Allows only members who are affected and their superiors access to employee performance
    • Keep administration aware of entries with immediate email reminders that an entry has been made on an employee.
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    Intuit
    • K-1 transfer capability
    • Supports more than 5,700 tax forms - federal and all state forms
    • Year-round e-filing
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    Cons
    Equifax
    • Credential updates
    • Regulations on screening
    • Some reporting
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    Intuit
    • Although Intuit Lacerte offers the option for clients to by by refund, it is limited to 2 banks which means we could have to change banks to offer this service, broadening the banks relationship would assist us greatly.
    • Although Intuit Lacerte is set up for running reports, they are not as dynamic as they could be, for example, running a report for all clients working for a specific employer, or occupation if we were targeting an audience.
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    Usability
    Equifax
    No answers on this topic
    Intuit
    Intuit Lacerte is not only easy for those veteran users such as myself, but is it also easy to teach to the new users, which makes it a good fit for a firm such as ours that has a high volume of interns and trainees in the industry. Many of which can then take that experience with them to the next firm they move on to, which exhibits as perpetual value.
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    Support Rating
    Equifax
    No answers on this topic
    Intuit
    Lacerte customer service has been great. They are very knowledgeable about the product and can help resolve problems quickly.
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    Alternatives Considered
    Equifax
    Gusto is great but Equifax Workforce Solutions really helps us manage payroll, HR, benefits, and other employee needs much more seamlessly. We are so glad we made the transition to this platform as it helps keep us organized even more for all of our employee needs! It's been a great decision
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    Intuit
    I’ve heard other tax preparers talk about their software and their likes and dislikes. When I offer to show them Intuit Lacerte most are blown away by what it does. One preparer used ProConnrct online tax (also by Intuit), and she loves how easy Intuit Lacerteis to use. She said having live support (not chat) to actually be able to show issues and work through them was great. Both programs use the same calculations, but the extras (trial balance, organizers with prior year data, invoicing, scheduling, filters, etc) are what makes Intuit Lacerte the best!
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    Return on Investment
    Equifax
    • It has helped us digitize our I-9s, including for employees that have been with us for a long time.
    • It helps us ensure compliance to the best of our abilities in case of any audits.
    • It helps us find record in an organized fashion.
    • It helps us verify employment at the beginning of a new hire's employment to avoid any issues down the line.
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    Intuit
    • Able to process client requirements faster
    • Docusign feature a big plus
    • Lacerte Diamond Passport fees is highly priced at 17.5K USD + fastpath additional per user. They could consider to bring down the cost so that it works out lucratively.
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    ScreenShots

    I-9 HQ™ for Employer Services, by Equifax Screenshots

    Screenshot of I-9 HQ™ offers a suite of reports with a range of different reporting options. Reports are available to users whose role includes report access, and will only contain data from locations the user is assigned to. Images are examples and for information purposes only. They may vary across platforms and are subject to change.Screenshot of the dashboard from which administrators can manage users and create custom roles. Images are examples and for information purposes only. They may vary across platforms and are subject to change.Screenshot of The Employee Profile page, which displays pertinent information about the employee, such as contact information, hire date, and employment status. Images are examples and for information purposes only. They may vary across platforms and are subject to change.