Can you deduct state excise taxes on your Federal filing?

Q: Can you itemize your state excise taxes on your Federal filing? --Carl, Boston

The following answer was provided by Mark Misselbeck, CPA, Levine Katz Nannis & Solomon PC, Needham.

A: MA Excise Taxes on personal property and automobiles are deductible on your federal return, provided you itemize your deductions.