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if you are filing married filing separately, why do you not get the overtime deduction?

mscholl15 — Tue, 24 Feb 2026 20:46:15 GMT

Does married filing separately allow you to take the overtime deduction?

VolvoGirl — Tue, 24 Feb 2026 20:48:32 GMT

Sorry no. If you are married you have to file Joint. See the top of each section on Schedule 1-A

MinhT1 — Tue, 24 Feb 2026 20:52:04 GMT

No.

Married couples filing separately are not eligible for the overtime deduction.

Please read Question 5 of this IRS FAQ.