Joe6801
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STD vs Itemized. Differing amounts but I have zero itemized deductions. Why the differing amounts?

  • Taking the Standard Deduction would get you a federal refund of $704.
  • Itemizing your deductions, your tax due would be $1,579.

    Married filing separately but itemized instead of STD because the wife will file itemized. If not, would have stuck with STD. I don't see a legitimate reason for a higher amount as I have not keyed in any donations, mortgage interest, etc....

    Any of reason why the different amounts?