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2008 Standard Deductions & Exemptions
Taxpayers who do not itemize their deductions are entitled to a standard deduction. The amount of the standard deduction varies according to the taxpayer's filing status.

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2008 Standard Deduction
  Married, Filing Jointly   $10,900  
  Single   $5,450  
  Married, Filing Separately   $5,450  
  Head of Household   $8,000  
  Blind or over 65 and married – add:   $1,050  
  Blind or over 65 and single/head of household – add:   $1,350  

Individuals are entitled to a personal exemption amount.

2008 Exemption Amount
  2008 Exemption Amount   $3,500  
Personal Exemption Phaseout
 
  Married, Filing Jointly   $239,950  
  Single   $159,950  
  Married, Filing Separately   $119,975  
  Head of Household   $199,950  



Information provided in the 2008 Tax Information Guide is general in nature and is not meant to offer tax advice. You should consult your own tax advisor for more complete information.

 

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