
Schedule A (Form 1040): Guide to Itemized Deductions
Filing your U.S. individual income tax return (Form 1040) involves choosing between taking the standard deduction or itemizing your deductions using Schedule A (Form 1040), Itemized Deductions. Understanding Schedule A is crucial for potentially reducing your taxable income, especially for U.S. residents, non-residents with U.S. source income, and U.S. expats. This guide provides a clear overview of what Schedule A entails. What is Schedule A (Form 1040)? Schedule A is an IRS form attached to your Form 1040 that allows