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Deductions & credits

Maximize Personal Tax Deductions: Itemized vs Standard

If you’re confused as to whether it’s better to take the Standard Deduction or Itemize Deductions on Schedule A, you’re not alone. Personal tax deductions include such things as charitable donations, mortgage interest, property taxes, state income ta... read more

Dependents: Children, Relatives & Others

If you want to get those juicy dependent tax credits and benefits, it’s important to get it right. Getting it wrong can create an IRS mess you don’t want to be a part of - trust me on this one! If the result isn’t in your favor, not only will you lik... read more

Charitable Donations: A Tax & Giving Win!

It’s always wonderful to donate to charitable causes. But did you know that the type of organization you donate to can actually make a difference on your taxes - and even whether or not you can actually deduct it? For example, donating cash through a... read more

Favorite Tax Deductions & Credits for Families!

Everyone knows there are tax benefits to having children and dependents and some are pretty amazing! If you’ve ever had questions about the popular Child Tax Credit (CTC) or Earned Income Credit (EIC), this is the place to be! TurboTax does the think... read more

Tax Deductions Worth Looking Into!

It seems the most popular question at tax time is “Can I deduct this…?”. Of course you don’t want to pay more taxes than you need to; and you want to get all the tax deductions and credits you’re entitled to take. The resources below have helped many... read more

How to add 1116 Schedule B for carryover with no 2024 income on that category?

I’m using TurboTax Desktop for my 2024 return. Here’s my issue:In 2023 I had general category income from abroad which generated carryovers into 2024.In 2024 I had no income in the general category, but I understand that I still need to file Schedule... read more

2025 standard Tax deductons for married couples over age 65

i am confused when i read about the 1600 deduction per person over age 65

I received a 1099-s because we had a woods cleared and sold the lumber. We did not foreclose or sell our house. How do I report this income?

we sold a property & the gross proceeds were divided between 3. what do I enter on the total gross proceeds question? we each have a 1099-s and it lists the full amount.

we each received 1/3 of the gross

What's up with ItsDeductible being Discontinued (AGAIN) on short notice

I just got email notifying me that ItsDeductible was being discontinued as of October 21, 2025 (less than 2 mo away). I logged into ItsDeductible on the web and the page is still saying "get started with ItsDeductible"!!!)I called, and confirmed that... read more

the itemized deductions are not correct when compared to standard

the program is in error

Cannot file return online after indicating I will file a 3520 form on my Form 8938 in Turbotax?

I am doing my 2022 tax returns in turbo tax (have an extension). My father passed away and I received proceeds from his inheritance, in 2022, that I intend to report on From 3520. I also have to file Form 8938 as I have some foreign accounts of my ow... read more

How is this not illegal?

my son’s father hasn’t been involved since 2021 of April. I clean my son and last year and I did so because I’m the one qualified, and that means criteria to claim my child as a dependent my son has not been a dependent of his fathers and years now, ... read more

ItsDeductible Discontinuation

I would like to file a complaint about the notice that came out today that Intuit is discontinuing the ItsDeductible product. I consider this product a valuable and necessary component that justifies my annual purchase of TurboTax. Please reconsider ... read more