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Married and Filing Jointly For the First Time | Block Talk - The H&R Block Official Corporate Blog More
Published: 9 years, 4 month(s) ago by raggarkungen | permalink
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Filing for the first time as a married couple can be tricky. You have to decide whether to file as “Married Filing Jointly” or “Married Filing Separately.” Here's a guide to help you decide.
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For further reading: http://blogs.hrblock.com/2014/02/14/married-and-filing-jointly-for-the-first-time/ ^[1]

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Married Filing Taxes Jointly vs. Married Filing Separately - Which Is Better? More
Published: 9 years, 4 month(s) ago by dgptthiago | permalink
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Once per year, married couples have the option to get a short, amicable separation - at least, as far as the IRS is concerned. If you're married, you have a decision to make when tax time rolls aro...

For further reading: http://www.moneycrashers.com/married-filing-taxes-jointly-separately/ ^[2]

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How to File Joint Taxes For the First Time More
Published: 9 years, 4 month(s) ago by Sharon Morgenbesser | permalink
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Filing taxes together for the first time is a stumbling block for many married couples. If you’ve already examined your financial situation and decided that filing jointly is the best choice for you and your spouse, then it’s important to go through the process of filing step by step to make sure nothing is left […]
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For further reading: http://gogirlfinance.com/lifestyle/marriage/married-and-filing-taxes-how-to-file-joint-taxes/ ^[3]

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Tax Filing Tips for Married Couples More
Published: 9 years, 4 month(s) ago by Lisa Ruble | permalink
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If you got married last year, then you and your spouse know what it's like to go through some firsts together. Now get ready for another one—it's time to face the IRS for the first time as a couple!
For further reading: http://www.daveramsey.com/blog/tax-filing-tips-for-married-couples/ ^[4]

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Tax Time: Should a Married Couple Ever File Separately? More
Published: 9 years, 4 month(s) ago by aslewofmice | permalink
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Most married couples file their taxes jointly—but could this uncommon option be a better fit for you? More

For further reading: http://www.learnvest.com/knowledge-center/when-should-a-married-couple-file-alone/ ^[5]

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1. http://blogs.hrblock.com/2014/02/14/married-and-filing-jointly-for-the-first-time/

2. http://www.moneycrashers.com/married-filing-taxes-jointly-separately/

3. http://gogirlfinance.com/lifestyle/marriage/married-and-filing-taxes-how-to-file-joint-taxes/

4. http://www.daveramsey.com/blog/tax-filing-tips-for-married-couples/

5. http://www.learnvest.com/knowledge-center/when-should-a-married-couple-file-alone/