This document provides an overview of Schedule A for filing itemized deductions on a tax return. It defines common tax terminology and outlines the main sections of Schedule A, including medical expenses, taxes paid, interest paid, charitable gifts, casualty losses, job expenses, and other itemized deductions. The document also lists common forms associated with Schedule A deductions and provides tips for staying organized, such as tracking receipts and designating a tax file.

1. SCHEDULE A MADE SIMPLE
1 By Julie St.George
May 23, 2012

2. TERMINOLOGY
Tax Jargon
 Itemization
 Standard Deduction
 Adjusted Gross Income
 Expenses
 Personal Property Taxes
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3. SCHEDULE A
Sections
 Medical and Dental Expenses
 Taxes You Paid
 Interest You Paid
 Gifts to Charity
 Casualty and Theft Losses
 Job Expenses and Certain Miscellaneous Deductions
 Other Miscellaneous Deductions
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4. OTHER FORMS
List of Common Applicable Forms
 Form 1098 - (Mortgage Interest)
 Form 8283 - (Donations over $500)
 Form 4684 -(Casualty and Theft)
 Form 2106 -(Unreimbursed Employee Bus. Exp)
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5. CONCLUSION
Tax Tips
 Track and Keep Receipts Year Round
 Designate a File or Folder
 Check www.irs.gov for tax updates
 Congress has until January 15, 2013 to change tax laws
for the Year 2012
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