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Can married filing separately both file with standard deductions

ggtw — Tue, 04 Jun 2019 21:12:49 GMT

Is there a reason you are not filing Joint?

SweetieJean — Tue, 04 Jun 2019 21:12:50 GMT

Is there a reason you are not filing Joint?

Yes, if you file married filing separately then you are r...

DanaB — Tue, 04 Jun 2019 21:12:51 GMT

Yes, if you file married filing separately then you are required to use the same deduction, therefore if you decide to use the Standard Deduction both need to use it. Or if you decide to use the Itemized Deduction both of you need to itemize.

However, do not confuse self-employment deductions on Sch...

SweetieJean — Tue, 04 Jun 2019 21:12:53 GMT

However, do not confuse self-employment deductions on Schedule C with the Standard deduction.