Deductions or adjustments known as ‘above-the line’ deductions allow you to lower your taxable income without having to itemize on your return.
Above- the line adjustments include:
- Self-employed Health Insurance
- 50% self-employment tax deduction
- Health Savings Account Contributions
- Retirement plan contributions
- Penalty on Early withdrawal of savings (Certificate of deposit)
- Student Loan Interest
- Tuition and Fees ( No longer allowed beginning tax year 2018)
- Alimony
- Moving Expenses (military personnel only)
