topic Can a husband file standard deduction while the wife file itemized deduction in Deductions & credits

Can a husband file standard deduction while the wife file itemized deduction

donnak459 — Thu, 06 Jun 2019 13:04:04 GMT

We are common law married. I am disabled made 13k. Husband made 47k. How should we file? Our only deductions we have is donations.

How should we file?

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"We are common law married." Which state?

SweetieJean — Thu, 06 Jun 2019 13:04:08 GMT

"We are common law married." Which state?

No you must either both take the standard or both take it...

Critter — Thu, 06 Jun 2019 13:04:09 GMT

No you must either both take the standard or both take itemized deductions ... and if you file separately your SS benefits are 85% taxable... so just file a joint return.

and there are special rules if you are in a Community Pro...

SweetieJean — Thu, 06 Jun 2019 13:04:11 GMT

and there are special rules if you are in a Community Property State