Individual: Adjustments and Deductions to Arrive at Taxable Income Flashcards

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What are the requirements to deduct an Ad Valorem tax?

A

Imposed annually & assessed in proportion to the value (such as Automobiles)

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Casualty Loss Formula

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Lower of AB or Decline in FMV (FMV Before - After)

  • $100 (Per casualty)
  • 10% AGI
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3
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What are the Home Equity Indebtedness limitations?

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  1. May be used for any purpose except for tax-free securities/certificates
  2. Limited to lower of $100,000 for FMV of residence over qualified acquisition debt
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4
Q

What are Charitable Contributions limited to?

Can you deduct transportation to/from events?

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Limited to basis if short term.
Long term: 30% of AGI
Agi limit: 50%
Yes.

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How much prepaid interest can be deducted?

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Only interest in current year allowed

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6
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Self Employment - What is deducted?

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50% Self Employment Tax

100% health insurance Premiums

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