Hi James,
Thanks for the reply. However, I previewed the form 1040 line 12a and the amount was $18,800 (exceeded $12500) before any donation was entered. So I should expect the benefit of any donation amount, right?
BTW, I noticed something very strange. When the donation was $2500, line 12a amount remained at $18800. Hence no change in the tax due amount. However, when the total donation changed to $2600 ($100 addition), line 12a amount changed $19197. Hence, the tax due amount was reduced quite a bit. Note the difference in line 12a was $397 (19197-18800). I expected the difference to be equal or less than $100. Is it right?
Could you please let me know your thought?
Thanks, Brian
