If the total of a taxpayers itemized deductions is greater than standard deduction for the applicable filing status, Schedule A should be used.
Here is a summary of deductions which are itemized on Schedule A
- Medical and Dental Expenses
 - Taxes Paid
 - Interest Paid
 - Investment Interest Expense
 - Interest – Mortgages
 - Points – Mortgages
 - Other Mortgage Interest
 - Gifts to Charity
 - Casualty and Theft Losses
 - Job Expenses and Most Other Miscellaneous
 - Work-Related Education Expenses
 - Legal Fees
 












 
