Your yearly tax filing journey begins with one question: Are you Single, Married filing jointly, Married filing separately, Head of Household or a Qualifying Surviving Spouse? Your answer can cost you ...

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 ...

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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 ...

Dear Rusty: I’m trying to figure out if I should change my IRS filing status to “Married — Filing Jointly” prior to getting reviewed for my Medicare Part B and Part D. My current IRS status is ...

For millions of Americans still waiting to file, procrastination could lead to penalties or delays.

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 ...