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ldh63
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Why does TurboTax list standard deduction for single to 7900 when it's only 6350?

Why is standard deduction for single 7900 when it's supposed to be 6350?

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Why does TurboTax list standard deduction for single to 7900 when it's only 6350?

2017 Standard Deductions

Single    $6350  (65 or older + $1550)

Married Filing Separately   $6350  (65 or older +  $1250)

Married Filing Jointly           $12,700  (65 or older + $1250@)

Head of Household $9350  (65 or older + $1550)

**Disclaimer: Every effort has been made to offer the most correct information possible. The poster disclaims any legal responsibility for the accuracy of the information that is contained in this post.**

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Why does TurboTax list standard deduction for single to 7900 when it's only 6350?

2017 Standard Deductions

Single    $6350  (65 or older + $1550)

Married Filing Separately   $6350  (65 or older +  $1250)

Married Filing Jointly           $12,700  (65 or older + $1250@)

Head of Household $9350  (65 or older + $1550)

**Disclaimer: Every effort has been made to offer the most correct information possible. The poster disclaims any legal responsibility for the accuracy of the information that is contained in this post.**
ldh63
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Why does TurboTax list standard deduction for single to 7900 when it's only 6350?

Thanks Christmas. I guess I learn something new everyday
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