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The year in which your husband died is the last year you can file jointly, but only if you do not remarry in that year.
For the next two years, you may be eligible to file as a Qualifying Widow with Dependent Child, which is a different status.
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Do you have to file jointly if married for four months?
No, just because you get married does not mean you have to file jointly. You can always file separately. Hope this helped.
Does a wife with no income have to file taxes with her husband?
It depends on how the wife is categorized and what assets are in her name, solely or jointly. Let's say there is a house in both of the names then yes, the wife has to file in a joint return with the husband. If the wife is a student then she will have to file and the husband may be able to claim her as a dependent. To be safe it is always better to file either a zero return solely or as the spouse on a joint return.
How long does a couple have to be married to file taxes jointly?
There is no time limit. If you are married during the tax year, you can file jointly.
When two people get married do they have to file taxes jointly?
no you can file seperately.
Do you have to file an income tax return if you are deceased?
The estate of the deceased has to file tax returns.
Can a mother and daughter file bankruptcy jointly?
the answer is yes, Yes mother and daughter can file bankruptcy jointly and also you and your husband will file bankruptcy jointly is still accepted as long as its not same sex marriage.
Can a husband have access to a jointly owned home after he walked out two years ago?
Theoretically, yes. Unless you filed for legal seperation, then he would have legal access to jointly owned property. You can file a restraining order, however.
Do you have to file with your husband?
No. Filing jointly is an election. It may, or may not, be beneficial. If you question the accuracy of what he is reporting, or if he is...as you are required to file your own return no matter what, it is better to do so separately. If you are in a same-sex marriage, then you can file jointly on your federal taxes, but you can only file jointly on your state taxes if your state has legalized same-sex marriage.
I just got married in 08 do i have to file my taxes jointly can i file separate from my husband i am afraid if i file joint i won't qualify for eic?
You can file as "married filing jointly". However , I don't know how being married may yet effect EIC.
hello,my husband health is getting worse and we do not file married filing jointly because he owes over 40,000 in child support rears.if he becomes deceased would l have to pay his owed taxes what about his child support rears ?
No, you would not be responsible for his back taxes since you did not file jointly but the IRS can put a lien on anything he left you. As far as child support, you are not in any way responsible for that.
You have filed jointly for 30 years but have recently started your own business can you file seperatly now?
Yes, the option to file jointly or seperatley is chosen every year. It can be made entirely on which is better for you.
My deceased husband and my name is on the title of our home I need to refinance and they said I need to file a quitclaim is this necessary?
It is the deceased husband's name that needs to be removed from the deed. Contact the local court house to find out what you must do to claim the property in your name alone. Usually you can file a copy of the death certificate.
Do you have to file jointly if married for four months?
No, just because you get married does not mean you have to file jointly. You can always file separately. Hope this helped.
Does a wife with no income have to file taxes with her husband?
It depends on how the wife is categorized and what assets are in her name, solely or jointly. Let's say there is a house in both of the names then yes, the wife has to file in a joint return with the husband. If the wife is a student then she will have to file and the husband may be able to claim her as a dependent. To be safe it is always better to file either a zero return solely or as the spouse on a joint return.
How long does a couple have to be married to file taxes jointly?
There is no time limit. If you are married during the tax year, you can file jointly.
Do you to have be married to file jointly?
Yes
When two people get married do they have to file taxes jointly?
no you can file seperately.
