I already filed as MFS, but just saw I'm better off with the standard deduction this year. If husband agrees to the s.d. (hasn't filed yet), can I amend mine to sd?

[maryo721]

I've already filed, and it's in process, but I just saw this year the personal exemption elimination and max tax deduction of $5K for Married filing separately make me better off taking the standard deduction for the first time in 20 years.  Can I amend my return, once it's processed and take the standard deduction as long as my husband also agrees to that on his return?

[Leonard · Accepted solution]

You will have to wait until the return is either accepted or rejected by the IRS.

If the return is rejected by the IRS you can change to the standard deduction and refile your return.

If the return was accepted by the IRS then you will have to file an amended tax return using Form 1040X to change to the standard deduction.  

The FAQ link below provides information on how to amend your tax return.  Please note that the IRS has not released the 2018 Form 1040X.  This link will be updated when the IRS has released Form 1040X.

https://ttlc.intuit.com/questions/1894381-how-to-amend-change-or-correct-a-return-you-already-filed