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Lompoc Record

Location

Lompoc, California, United States of America

Date

Mar 06, 1972

Page

7

Tax law changes cut federal income tax in 1971

The new tax bill lowers rates for single filers and expands the personal exemption and dependent credit. The standard deduction is increased to 13 percent of adjusted gross income with a $1500 ceiling, and the surcharge is eliminated. Married persons living apart may file as single.

Congress

Who Must File Tax Returns and Withholding Options

The article explains which wage earners must file income tax returns, noting that many retirees part timers students and certain unmarried or separated spouses may be exempt. It details gross income thresholds by filing status age and the rule that self employed people with net income over 400 must file. It also describes filing to claim refunds and the W-4 E form to avoid withholding for those with no tax liability.

Who Can Be Claimed as Dependents Under IRS Rules

The article explains IRS dependent rules focusing on who qualifies. It discusses the joint return rule for a spouse, and how parental support and the child’s own earnings affect claims. It also covers income thresholds, exemptions for students and underage dependents, and guidance on savings accounts and reporting interest.

Sally Tom

Medical deductions for itemizers and limits explained

The guide explains deductible medical expenses for itemizers. It covers half the cost of medical insurance premiums up to 150, Medicare deductions for those over 65, and the 1 percent AGI rule with a 3 percent floor for other expenses. It notes exceptions for dependents and provides guidance on charitable contributions and non deductible gifts.

Deductible Taxes and Interest for Itemized Returns

A guide to deductible taxes and interest on itemized returns. It covers real estate gasoline and state sales taxes plus personal property taxes. It explains using IRS charts for gas and sales tax allowances and notes footnotes and special cases such as local taxes and new home building material taxes. It also details deduction rules for interest including home mortgages business loans margin accounts and credit card interest with limitations on penalties and service charges.

Internal Revenue Service

Miscellaneous Tax Deductions Highlight and Examples

The passage urges careful consideration of the Miscellaneous deduction category on tax returns. It lists potential items such as child care payments car losses unreimbursed work expenses union dues educational expenses alimony and unreimbursed entertainment expenses, noting limits and rules for deductibility.

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