20 June 2022 11:23

Where can I find a list of common US income tax deductions?

What are the 4 most common tax deductions?

Don’t Overlook the 5 Most Common Tax Deductions

  1. Retirement Contributions. …
  2. Charitable Donations. …
  3. Mortgage Interest Deduction. …
  4. Interest on College Education Costs. …
  5. Self-Employment Expenses.

Where are itemized deductions listed?

Schedule A

Itemized deductions are listed on Schedule A of Form 1040. 1 You must save all your receipts in case the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) asks to see them if you are audited.

What deductions can I claim without itemizing?

Tax Breaks You Can Claim Without Itemizing

  • Educator Expenses. …
  • Student Loan Interest. …
  • HSA Contributions. …
  • IRA Contributions. …
  • Self-Employed Retirement Contributions. …
  • Early Withdrawal Penalties. …
  • Alimony Payments. …
  • Certain Business Expenses.

What deductions can you itemize for 2019?

Here are a few of the most common tax write-offs that you can deduct from your taxable income in 2019:

  • Business car use. …
  • Charitable contributions. …
  • Medical and dental expenses. …
  • Health Savings Account. …
  • Child care. …
  • Moving expenses. …
  • Student loan interest. …
  • Home offices expenses.

What are examples of itemized deductions?

Some common itemized deduction to qualify for include:

  • Medical expenses.
  • Property, state, and local income taxes.
  • Home mortgage interest.
  • Charitable contributions.
  • Investment interest expense.
  • Miscellaneous deductions.

What can I itemize on my taxes 2021?

Schedule A (Itemized Deductions)

  • Medical and Dental Expenses. …
  • State and Local Taxes. …
  • Home Mortgage Interest. …
  • Charitable Donations. …
  • Casualty and Theft Losses. …
  • Job Expenses and Miscellaneous Deductions subject to 2% floor. …
  • There are no Pease limitations in 2021.