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Itemized Deductions/Standard Deductions

Top Frequently Asked Questions for Itemized Deductions/Standard Deductions

  1. What types of work-related educational expenses are deductible?
  2. Am I eligible to claim both my job-related education expenses (minus 2% of AGI) and the Lifetime Learning Credit on my tax return?
  3. How do I claim an educational expense on my return?
  4. I donated a used car to a qualified charity for sale by the charity. I itemize my deductions, and I would like to take a charitable contribution deduction for the donation. Do I need to attach any special forms to my return? What records do I need to keep?
  5. Can I deduct separate maintenance paid to my spouse or alimony paid to my former spouse?
  6. Is interest on a home equity line of credit deductible as a second mortgage?
  7. Is the mortgage interest and property tax on a second residence deductible?
  8. I am in a disaster area and heard the IRS could help me. What can the IRS do?

Frequently Asked Question Subcategories for Itemized Deductions/Standard Deductions

  1. Autos, Computers, Electronic Devices (Listed Property)
  2. Education & Work-Related Expenses
  3. Gifts & Charitable Contributions
  4. Interest, Investment, Money Transactions (Alimony, Bad Debts, Applicable Federal Interest Rate, Gambling, Legal Fees, Loans, etc.)
  5. Medical, Nursing Home, Special Care Expenses
  6. Real Estate (Taxes, Mortgage Interest, Points, Other Property Expenses)
  7. Other Deduction Questions


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Page Last Reviewed or Updated: February 06, 2012