Answer and Explanation:
According to the given situation Mr. Curtis income tax which is 7,500 is higher than sales which is 2,670 this results that Mr. Curtis is allowed an itemized deduction and the total of property tax is also get deducted.
So, total property tax payment = Principal residence + Vacation home + Two automobiles
= 3,680 + 2,340 + 1,200
= 7,220
Particulars Paid taxes Deductible taxes
Federal income tax $66,750
Federal gift tax $334
Federal employer payroll tax
for housekeeper $1,202
Indiana income tax $7,500 $7,500
Indiana sales tax on consumer
goods and services $2,670
Local property tax on
Principal residence $3,680 $3,680
Vacation home $2,340 $2,340
Two automobiles $1,200 $1,200