Extraordinary Expenses Calculator
Calculate which extraordinary expenses you can deduct from taxes.
Note: These calculations are for informational purposes only and do not replace professional tax or financial advice. All information without guarantee.
Frequently Asked Questions
What counts as extraordinary expenses in tax law?
Extraordinary expenses include medical costs not covered by insurance, disability-related expenses, funeral costs, and disaster damage. They must exceed the reasonable burden threshold to be deductible.
How is the reasonable burden calculated?
The reasonable burden depends on your income, marital status, and number of children. It ranges from 1% to 7% of your total income. Only the portion of extraordinary expenses exceeding this threshold is tax-deductible.
What is the Extraordinary Expenses Calculator?
This calculator determines which of your extraordinary expenses exceed the reasonable own burden and are thus tax-deductible.
How does the Extraordinary Expenses Calculator work?
Enter your extraordinary expenses (e.g. medical costs, care costs) and income. The calculator computes the reasonable own burden under Section 33 of the Income Tax Act and deducts it. Only the excess reduces your tax.
Key Data and Facts
Reasonable own burden: 1-7% of total income, depending on marital status and number of children. Deductible items include medical costs, disability expenses and care costs.
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