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On the recordRead 8 Oct 202613 facts
ModernEFile Mate
Orland Park, Illinois, USA
Plans and prices
10 companies
$245a year
Up to 10 companies · 2026 tax year only · Single computer license
Read 8 Oct 2026 · realtaxtools.com
25 companies
$395a year
Up to 25 companies · 2026 tax year only · Single computer license
Read 8 Oct 2026 · realtaxtools.com
50 companies
$585a year
Up to 50 companies · 2026 tax year only · Single computer license
Read 8 Oct 2026 · realtaxtools.com
100 companies
$685a year
Up to 100 companies · 2026 tax year only · Single computer license
Read 8 Oct 2026 · realtaxtools.com
200 companies
$875a year
Up to 200 companies · 2026 tax year only · Single computer license
Read 8 Oct 2026 · realtaxtools.com
On the record
- Audience
- The vendor describes the trial as built for tax professionals, accountants, CPAs, and payroll processing providers.realtaxtools.com · read 8 Oct 2026
- Direct submission
- The software creates the e-file, and the user manually uploads it to the IRS; it does not transmit returns automatically.realtaxtools.com · read 8 Oct 2026
- Features
- Features listed include built-in error validation, real-time PDF preview and export, filing status tracking, notes, and local backup and restore.realtaxtools.com · read 8 Oct 2026
- IRS credentials
- Users need an active EFIN and ETIN authorized for employment tax returns to transmit e-files.realtaxtools.com · read 8 Oct 2026
- Local data
- The software stores entered data on the user's computer without cloud storage, and requires an internet connection when the user is ready to file.realtaxtools.com · read 8 Oct 2026
- Payroll integration
- Payroll Mate users can import company information and Forms 941 and 940 data, while Payroll Mate is not required to use ModernEFile Mate.realtaxtools.com · read 8 Oct 2026
- Platform and license
- The 2026 edition runs exclusively on Windows 10 or Windows 11 and its license is tied to one computer.realtaxtools.com · read 8 Oct 2026
- Purpose
- ModernEFile Mate is desktop software for preparing and e-filing IRS Forms 941 and 940 through the IRS Modernized e-File system.realtaxtools.com · read 8 Oct 2026
- Signature methods
- The software supports the ERO Practitioner PIN method using Form 8879-EMP and the Reporting Agent PIN method using Form 8655.realtaxtools.com · read 8 Oct 2026
- Support
- The purchase includes 60 days of complimentary technical support, after which support may require payment; the product page lists phone and live chat support.realtaxtools.com · read 8 Oct 2026
- Trial limits
- The 30-day trial limits the number of companies and forms, adds a DEMO mark to printed or exported forms, and cannot create an e-file submission.realtaxtools.com · read 8 Oct 2026
