Schedule A

Schedule A is a part of your tax return form where you list certain expenses you paid during the year that can be deducted from your taxable income. These expenses typically include things like medical and dental costs, mortgage interest, state and local taxes, charitable donations, and certain miscellaneous expenses. By itemizing these deductions on Schedule A, you may reduce the amount of income subject to taxes, potentially lowering your overall tax bill. It's used when your total itemized deductions are greater than the standard deduction available to you.