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posted Jun 4, 2019 12:51:06 PM

Can I take the 65 and older higher standard deduction when I turn 65 next year in 2018

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Level 15
Jun 4, 2019 12:51:08 PM

That will be automatic--the software will use the date of birth you enter and calculate your standard deduction.  If you are 65 or older in 2018 the standard deduction is $1300 higher than if you are younger than 65.

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Level 15
Jun 4, 2019 12:51:08 PM

That will be automatic--the software will use the date of birth you enter and calculate your standard deduction.  If you are 65 or older in 2018 the standard deduction is $1300 higher than if you are younger than 65.