How do I know if I took a standard or itemized deduction? I have a schedule a form in my taxes. Does this automatically mean I took itemized deductions?

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February 2, 2025
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MAK70

Yes, if you have a Schedule A, you have itemized deductions.

xmasbaby0

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And....look at your Form 1040. What do you see on line 12?

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The standard deduction makes some of your income “tax free.” It is not a refund. You will see your standard or itemized deduction amount on line 12 of your 2024 Form 1040.

2024 STANDARD DEDUCTION AMOUNTS

SINGLE $14,600 (65 or older/legally blind + $1950)

MARRIED FILING SEPARATELY $14,600 (65 or older/legally blind + $1550)

MARRIED FILING JOINTLY $29,200 (65 or older/legally blind + $1550)

HEAD OF HOUSEHOLD $21,900 (65 or older/legally blind + $1950)

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tinashAuthor

My line 12 says 14600. I’m married filing separately. I also always clicked I wanted the standard deduction when it let me. That’s why I’m confused at why I have a schedule a sheet.