You got married, so you file jointly. It's what married people do, right? Not necessarily. In general, couples who file jointly receive more tax breaks. But there are some situations where it may make ...

Deciding how to file your taxes as a married couple can have a meaningful impact on your return. Depending on your situation, it may affect how much you owe or receive. Many couples assume married ...

Question: My husband and I are filing for divorce in 2026 and we lived together for all of 2025. My attorney told me that we can file “Married Filing Separately” or “Married Filing Jointly” for 2025.

We break down the definitions and eligibility rules for the five IRS filing statuses to help you maximize your refund this tax season. Dawn Allcot is a full-time freelance writer, content marketing ...

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For federal income tax purposes, your marital status is determined under state law as of the last day of the calendar year. That matters when choosing your filing status. Your filing status is one of ...