Itemized Deduction vs. Standard Deduction, Explained.

"Itemized Deduction vs. Standard Deduction... What is that?!?"

Hey Taxpayers, Tiffany Gonzalez is back with another great installment of "What is that?!?" Where we bring you financial terms and topics and make them easy for you to understand.

Today we are talking about Tax Deductions, the Itemized Deduction and the Standard Deduction. We will bring you what a deduction is, how it works, and the differences between these two options. The wrong choice could lead to higher taxes!


Summary
📊 Tax Deductions Simplified: Reduces taxable income, lowering overall taxes paid.
🔢 Standard Deduction: A set amount ($12,400 for single filers; $24,800 for married filing jointly) that reduces taxable income.
🏡 Itemized Deductions: Include medical expenses, property taxes, mortgage interest, and charitable contributions. You cannot claim both standard and itemized deductions in the same year.
🧮 Which to Choose? Choose the deduction (itemized vs. standard) that provides the highest reduction in taxable income.
✅ Flexibility: You can alternate between standard and itemized deductions each year depending on which provides greater tax savings.
Insights Based on Numbers
The standard deduction for a single filer is $12,400, and married couples can claim $24,800. However, if itemized deductions (such as mortgage interest or property taxes) exceed these amounts, taxpayers can choose the itemized deduction.


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