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Level 4
posted Jan 26, 2021 4:41:07 PM

Entering property taxes on NJ state return when taking standard deduction on Fed return

Hi,

TT is recommending a standard deduction for my Fed return - which makes the most sense for me.  However, because it's recommending the standard deduction, TT states I don't need to enter property taxes paid - which are fairly modest.   As such,  on my New Jersey state return will I have a chance to enter property taxes (which I understand I can deduct up to a certain level) given those taxes wont be itemized and hence can't copied across from my Fed return by TT?   Thanks Richard  

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Expert Alumni
Jan 26, 2021 5:10:41 PM

Yes. There is a place to enter property taxes in the New Jersey section. You can enter property taxes in Deductions & Credits (even if you are claiming the standard deduction). TurboTax will transfer for property tax entry to New Jersey.

 

In NJ, you will see

  • About the Homestead Rebate and Property Tax Deduction. Click Continue.
  • Answer the eligibility questions on Eligibility - Property Tax Deduction or Credit.
  • On Tell Us About Your New Jersey Housing Situation, select I was a homeowner.
  • Answer the ownership questions on We Need to Know More About Your Home Ownership Situation
  • Enter your property tax paid and other information on We Need to Know About Your Property Taxes

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Level 4
Jan 27, 2021 12:58:36 PM

Thank you!  Very clear. Richard