Deductions & credits

Were you age 65 or older in 2018?  If so, there is an additional amount entered for the Standard Deduction based on your filing status.

Standard deductions for 2018

• Single - $12,000 add $1,600 if age 65 or older
• Married Filing Separately - $12,000 add $1,300 if age 65 or older
• Married Filing Jointly - $24,000 add $1,300 for each spouse age 65 or older
• Head of Household - $18,000 add $1,600 if age 65 or older