Last year itemized deductions was my best option and this year i was selected for standard. Just wondering why

lee-phillips · ‎June 4, 2019

2017 tax return and 2018 tax return was basically the same. Just wondering why this year standard deduction was the best

Vanessa · ‎June 6, 2019

The Standard deduction increased for 2018 so chances are your itemized expenses are no longer higher than your standard deduction. The new Standard Deduction rates are as follows:

Single or Married Filing Separate $12,000
Head of Household $18,000
Married Filing Jointly $24,000

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Vanessa · ‎June 6, 2019

The Standard deduction increased for 2018 so chances are your itemized expenses are no longer higher than your standard deduction. The new Standard Deduction rates are as follows:

Single or Married Filing Separate $12,000
Head of Household $18,000
Married Filing Jointly $24,000

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Last year itemized deductions was my best option and this year i was selected for standard. Just wondering why