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How to get the extra deduction for seniors?

dlbeeson19 — Tue, 10 Feb 2026 16:29:08 GMT

Re: How to get the extra deduction for seniors?

VolvoGirl — Tue, 10 Feb 2026 16:31:55 GMT

It is automatic based on your age. It is not part of your Standard Deduction. The new Senior Deduction is separate and in addition to the Standard Deduction or your Itemized Deductions on 1040 line 12e. The 6,000/12,000 senior deduction will be calculated on 1040 Schedule 1-A page 2 Part V Enhanced Deduction for Seniors which goes to 1040 line 13b with any other sch 1-A amounts. Turbo Tax automatically includes it if you qualify. If you are married you have to file a Joint return.

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What do you have on 1040 line 13b?

Re: How to get the extra deduction for seniors?

JohnB5677 — Tue, 10 Feb 2026 16:32:26 GMT

The deduction is there. It is based on your date of birth in My Info

You will only see the base Standard or Itemized deduction on ‌line 12e.
However, the Senior Deduction is reflected on line 13b of Form 1040.
It is reflected on Schedule 1A, Part V, Line 37

Social Security is still being taxed as it was in the past; however, there's a new $6,000 deduction for individuals older than 65 years old. Also, a $12,000 deduction would apply to couples who qualify.

There's a new $6,000 deduction for individuals older than 65 years old. Also, a $12,000 deduction would apply to couples who qualify.

This deduction is for qualified individuals.
- Age: You must be 65 or older by the end of the tax year (e.g., born before Jan 2, 1961, for 2025 returns).
- Income Limits: Your Modified Adjusted Gross Income (MAGI) must be below certain thresholds (e.g., $75k single, $150k Married Filing Jointly for 2025), with deductions phasing out above those levels.
- Benefit: Up to $6,000 (single) or $12,000 (joint) Additional standard deduction to reduce taxable income.
Deduction phases out for taxpayers with modified adjusted gross income over $75,000 ($150,000 for joint filers).

For more information, see Deductions for Seniors.

Re: How to get the extra deduction for seniors?

Mike9241 — Tue, 10 Feb 2026 16:32:47 GMT

It's automatic. Schedule 1-A line 37 which transfers to Form 1040(SR) line 13b