Taxpayer asks: I’m getting married in March. Since I will be married when I file my taxes, do I file married? taxgirl says: Nope. For
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Fix The Tax Code Friday: Filing Status
Today’s Fix the Tax Code Friday question is inspired by a comment on yesterday’s post from TexasEd: What if there was no such thing as
Read MoreAsk The Taxgirl: Legally Separated
Taxpayer asks: Hi There, I am totally confused as to how we should file our taxes. By December 31st 2009 my husband and I had
Read MoreAsk The Taxgirl: Making Work Pay Credit For A Married Couple
Taxpayer asks: If you are married and did not work, but your spouse earned $156,00, are you entitled to $800 credit or $400 for the
Read MoreTax Trivia: Deceased Spouses
Update: We have a winner! It’s Paula! For the answer, see the comments! Our next tax trivia question for the giveaway is: If your spouse
Read MoreAsk the taxgirl: Filing Single When You're Married
Taxpayer asks: Can you file single if you are married? Short info I am still in school only have 1 more year then I am
Read MoreHey Congress, Why Don’t You…? Take A Second Look
Robert D Flach, the internet’s “Wandering Tax Pro“, writes: If I ruled the world, or at least had a voice in rewriting the Tax Code,
Read MoreAsk The Taxgirl: Subsequent Marriage & Homebuyer’s Credit
Taxpayer asks: Single taxpayer elgible for and takes advantage of $8000 first time homebuyer credit. Prior to 3 yrs ownership, taxpayer gets married and wishes
Read MoreAsk The Taxgirl: MFS & Homebuyer's Credit
Taxpayer asks: I read your blog everyday and find it enjoyable and knowledgeable. My question to you today is about the First Time Home Buyers
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Twitter Tax Tips #10
If you file MFS and your spouse opts to itemize, you must also itemize your deductions. #TwitterTaxTip (For more on twitter tax tips, see my
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