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Can we file short form with a full disability legaly blind husband, last year we filed the deluxe form, he was able to get an additional exemption (wa State)?

 
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Can we file short form with a full disability legaly blind husband, last year we filed the deluxe form, he was able to get an additional exemption (wa State)?

You get an additional  $1250 added to your standard deduction for someone who is legally blind.  In My Info, you check the box that says your spouse is legally blind.

**Disclaimer: Every effort has been made to offer the most correct information possible. The poster disclaims any legal responsibility for the accuracy of the information that is contained in this post.**

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Can we file short form with a full disability legaly blind husband, last year we filed the deluxe form, he was able to get an additional exemption (wa State)?

You get an additional  $1250 added to your standard deduction for someone who is legally blind.  In My Info, you check the box that says your spouse is legally blind.

**Disclaimer: Every effort has been made to offer the most correct information possible. The poster disclaims any legal responsibility for the accuracy of the information that is contained in this post.**

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