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itemized deduction


Definition
An incurred expense which reduces an individual's taxable income, in accordance with IRS regulations (specifically, such deductions are usually limited to 2% of adjusted gross income). Examples include mortgage interest, state and local taxes, charitable gifts, and medical deductions.


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