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Tax Law changes - 2013

Standard deduction - 2013

Asked By Anonymous User
Thursday, January 17, 2013

Answer:

The standard deduction rises to $6,100 ($12,200 for married couples filing jointly), up from $5,950 ($11,900 for married couples filing jointly) for tax year 2012.