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February 20, 2021
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Turbo tax used the standard deduction even though my Schedule A (itemized) is slightly higher. Why? I noticed this after e-filing.

  • February 20, 2021
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I did not check the box to use the standard deduction.

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February 23, 2021

TurboTax utilizes the higher of your standard deduction or your itemized deduction.  Attached is a link with the standard deduction amounts for 2020.  You can review the amounts to make sure you are using the most updated amounts.

 

Standard deduction for 2020

 

Please see the attached link for additional information on the difference between the standard deduction and itemized deductions.  

 

Standard deduction versus itemized deduction

 

When you prepared your tax return, you would have a screen similar to the one below.  There is an option to select Change my deduction and that could have accidentally been selected.

 

Deduction comparison

 

If your tax return as filed shows the lower amounts being used as the deduction, you may want to amend your return to ensure you are able to utilize the best option for you.

 

Do I need to amend?

 

How do amend your tax return

 

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