{"id":7143,"date":"2023-06-19T01:46:19","date_gmt":"2023-06-19T01:46:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.irstaxapp.com\/?p=7143"},"modified":"2023-06-19T01:46:37","modified_gmt":"2023-06-19T01:46:37","slug":"itemized-deductions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.irstaxapp.com\/itemized-deductions\/","title":{"rendered":"Standard vs Itemized Deductions:What&#8217;s Diff?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"jeg_video_container jeg_video_content\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Standard vs Itemized deduction\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/B-WdUmO10uM?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>These two deductions -standard deduction and itemized deductions- are the most common terms a taxpayer confronts when they consider filing taxes. This post is devoted to differentiating between the two groups of deductions. Once you finish it, you can decode the riddles of tax savings. Equip yourself with the knowledge to decide which path is right for you, maximizing your deductions and minimizing your tax burden. Your financial future awaits!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_62 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-663928b54f84f\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-663928b54f84f\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.irstaxapp.com\/itemized-deductions\/#Video_on_itemized_deduction_vs_standard_deduction\" title=\"Video on  itemized deduction vs standard deduction\">Video on  itemized deduction vs standard deduction<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.irstaxapp.com\/itemized-deductions\/#Standard_Deduction_vs_Itemized_Deductions\" title=\"Standard Deduction vs Itemized Deductions\">Standard Deduction vs Itemized Deductions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.irstaxapp.com\/itemized-deductions\/#What_itemized_deductions_are_allowed_in_2023\" title=\"What itemized deductions are allowed in 2023?\">What itemized deductions are allowed in 2023?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.irstaxapp.com\/itemized-deductions\/#When_should_you_itemize_instead_of_claiming_the_standard_deduction\" title=\"When should you itemize instead of claiming the standard deduction?\">When should you itemize instead of claiming the standard deduction?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Video_on_itemized_deduction_vs_standard_deduction\"><\/span>Video on  itemized deduction vs standard deduction<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.irstaxapp.com\/standard-deduction-when-to-claim-more-when-you-cant-claim-a-penny\/\">standard deduction<\/a> is a set amount based on your filing status and is super easy. There is no math or records\u2014take the deduction and call it a day. In contrast, Itemized deductions are a set of deductions. You need to see which one of them applies to you and claim. It&#8217;s a bit more work, but it can save you some serious money on taxes. Itemized deductions are great for maximizing tax savings. The downside? You&#8217;ll need to keep track of receipts and do some extra math. But it could be worth it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Standard_Deduction_vs_Itemized_Deductions\"><\/span>Standard Deduction vs Itemized Deductions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table has-medium-font-size\"><table class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-background\" style=\"background-color:#fcb90017\"><tbody><tr><td><\/td><td><strong>Standard Deduction<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Itemized Deductions<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>1<\/td><td>A fixed dollar amount that reduces taxable income<\/td><td>Taxpayers can deduct certain expenses they incurred during the tax year<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2<\/td><td>Determined by filing status and age<\/td><td>Must be claimed on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/search?client=safari&amp;rls=en&amp;q=Schedule+A+of+Form+1040&amp;ie=UTF-8&amp;oe=UTF-8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Schedule A of Form 1040<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3<\/td><td>Available to all taxpayers<\/td><td>Only available to taxpayers who can exceed the standard deduction amount<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4<\/td><td>Simplifies the tax filing process<\/td><td>Requires additional record-keeping and documentation<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5<\/td><td>Cannot be combined with itemized deductions<\/td><td>Can only be used if they exceed the standard deduction amount<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_itemized_deductions_are_allowed_in_2023\"><\/span>What itemized deductions are allowed in 2023?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>Itemized deduction on Schedule A<\/strong><\/em> refers to various specific expenses taxpayers can deduct from their adjusted gross income (AGI) when filing their federal income tax return. These deductions are designed to lower the overall taxable income and tax liability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">List of Itemized Deductions 2023<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li>Medical expenses are a big one. You can itemize if they&#8217;re over 7.5% of your AGI. Think doctor visits, prescriptions, and even dental care.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Next up, state and local taxes. You can deduct up to $10,000. That includes property, income, and sales taxes. Keep in mind, though. There&#8217;s a cap.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Don&#8217;t forget about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.irstaxapp.com\/7-rules-for-mortgage-interest-deduction-while-computing-taxable-income\/\">mortgage interest<\/a>. If you&#8217;re a homeowner, this can be a big deduction. It applies to primary and secondary residences up to certain limits. Maximum mortgage interest you can deduct is  $750,000. However, a maximum  mortgage interest of $1 million is allowed for loans taken before Dec. 16, 2017<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Charitable donations are another popular deduction. Just be sure to keep those receipts and records. Your generosity can pay off come tax time.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gambling losses can be itemized.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>As we dive deeper into deductions, consider work-related expenses. For some, unreimbursed employee expenses may be deductible. Union dues, job-specific uniforms, and professional fees are examples.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Educational expenses can also be deductible. If upgrading your skills or maintaining professional certifications, keep track of tuition and other costs. They might save you money.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What about business owners and freelancers? They can often benefit from itemizing. Deductions can include office supplies, travel expenses, and even a portion of their home used for business.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Let&#8217;s touch on casualty and theft losses. In certain circumstances, you might be able to deduct losses from natural disasters or theft. However, there are strict requirements and limitations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Don&#8217;t overlook investment expenses. Some fees associated with managing investments, like financial advisor fees, can be deductible. Just make sure they meet the criteria.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_should_you_itemize_instead_of_claiming_the_standard_deduction\"><\/span>When should you itemize instead of claiming the standard deduction?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The basic idea is to compare the two deductions that are available to you. Suppose the itemized deduction is just 10 to 15% more than the standard deduction. In that case, you may decide whether the hassles of maintaining records of expenses and proving the expense if there happens any IRS audit can be taken by you. Claiming a standard deduction is more peaceful if you do not want such botheration. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So to itemize or not to itemize is something that you need to decide based on your facts and circumstances. Do some homework. Compare your potential itemized deductions to the standard deduction. You might find that spending a little extra time can yield significant savings. In conclusion, managing your taxes effectively is crucial. Choose the right deduction strategy for your situation, and don&#8217;t be afraid to ask for help.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>standard vs itemized<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":7293,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"video","meta":[],"categories":[54],"tags":[],"amp_enabled":false,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.irstaxapp.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7143"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.irstaxapp.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.irstaxapp.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.irstaxapp.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.irstaxapp.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=7143"}],"version-history":[{"count":12,"href":"https:\/\/www.irstaxapp.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7143\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":7294,"href":"https:\/\/www.irstaxapp.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7143\/revisions\/7294"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.irstaxapp.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/7293"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.irstaxapp.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=7143"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.irstaxapp.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=7143"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.irstaxapp.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=7143"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}