What is a schedule a tax return?

Schedule A is used by filers who itemize their deductions on Form 1040 or Form 1040-SR. The total of all allowable itemized deductions is then entered on Line 8a of Form 1040. Itemized deductions may include expenses such as medical and dental expenses, home mortgage interest, charitable contributions, state and local taxes, and more.

How do I file a schedule a tax return?

You fill out and file a Schedule A at tax time and attach it to or file it electronically with your Form 1040. The title of IRS Schedule A is “Itemized Deductions.” Schedule A is a place to tally various itemized deductions you want to claim. You then enter the total deductions on your Form 1040.

What is the difference between a 1040 and a schedule a?

For individual taxpayers, Schedule A is used in conjunction with Form 1040 to report itemized deductions. If you choose to claim itemized deductions instead of the standard deduction, you would use Schedule A to list your deductions. Your itemized total is then subtracted from your taxable income.