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January 29, 2020
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Single vs Head of Household filing status question

  • January 29, 2020
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If I can no longer use the Head of Household, single status, as I no longer can claim a dependent, should I use the filing Single option and then use my Itemized deductions as they may be more advantageous than the Standard Deduction for filing Single.  i.e. $12,200?

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January 29, 2020

Yes, if you aren't able to claim Head of Household (HOH) and you're Single, enter your tax deductions. If your Itemized Deductions are more than the Single  Standard Deduction, TurboTax will automatically choose the Itemized Deductions.

 

Additional informationDo I qualify for Head of Household?

 

Related information:  How does the itemized deduction differ from the Standard Deduction?

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