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IRS Form 1040 Schedule A
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IRS Form 1040 Schedule A Itemized Deductions
What Is IRS Form 1040 Schedule A?
This is a tax form that was released by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - a subdivision of the U.S. Department of the Treasury on January 1, 2017. The document is a supplement to IRS Form 1040, U.S. Individual Income Tax Return. As of today, no separate filing guidelines for the form are provided by the IRS.
FAQ
Q: What is IRS Form 1040 Schedule A?
A: IRS Form 1040 Schedule A is a tax form used to report itemized deductions.
Q: What are itemized deductions?
A: Itemized deductions are expenses that you can claim on your tax return to lower your taxable income.
Q: What expenses can be claimed as itemized deductions?
A: Common itemized deductions include medical expenses, state and local taxes, mortgage interest, and charitable donations.
Q: Who can use IRS Form 1040 Schedule A?
A: Any taxpayer who has eligible itemized deductions can use IRS Form 1040 Schedule A.
Q: Do I need to itemize my deductions?
A: No, you can choose to take the standard deduction instead of itemizing your deductions.
Q: How do I know if I should itemize my deductions?
A: You should consider itemizing your deductions if your total eligible expenses exceed the standard deduction amount for your filing status.
Q: When is the deadline to file IRS Form 1040 Schedule A?
A: The deadline to file IRS Form 1040 Schedule A is usually the same as the deadline to file your federal tax return, which is April 15th.
Q: Can I e-file IRS Form 1040 Schedule A?
A: Yes, you can e-file IRS Form 1040 Schedule A along with your federal tax return.
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