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Can I file the standard deduction?

 
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Can I file the standard deduction?

Yes, the standard deduction has been increased this year to $12,000 for single and $24,000 for married filing a joint return, so many people are just taking the standard deduction instead of the itemized deduction. 

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Can I file the standard deduction?

Yes, the standard deduction has been increased this year to $12,000 for single and $24,000 for married filing a joint return, so many people are just taking the standard deduction instead of the itemized deduction. 

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