Question

In 2019, Jonathan pays real estate taxes of $18,000 and New York State income taxes of $17,000. Assuming he itemizes, what deduction for taxes can Jonathan claim in 2019

Answer 1

Answer: $28,000

Explanation:

Jonathan can deduct both the real estate taxes and the state income taxes but the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act cut the deduction one can claim on State and Local taxes to $10,000 from 2018 to 2025.

The total deduction Jonathan can claim is therefore:

= Real estate taxes + Capped state income tax

= 18,000 + 10,000

= $28,000