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If you do not itemize your deductions, TurboTax will automatically enter the standard deduction on your return. You do not have to do anything in particular.
Hey, I don’t know if I filed the correct deduction to get the most back from my taxes? Can you help?
Type
standard deduction and exemptions
into the search-box and click the "Jump to standard deduction and exemptions" link
Here the program will tell you both the amount of your Standard Deduction as well as your Itemized Deduction amounts
The program will suggest the deduction method that is best for your situation.
If you have CASH DONATIONS and take the STANDARD DEDUCTION, the final deduction amount will be the amount listed as Standard Deductions PLUS the amount of CASH donations you report, up to 600 Married Filing Jointly and 300 all others.
The Cash Donation for filers taking the standard deduction is added later in the program.
If you Itemize, the cash deductions are already included on your Schedule A and no additional amount is added.
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