I just got married in September of last year and we are about to file our taxes. We both own our own homes where both of our mother's reside. We both claim them on each of our taxes since we are supporting them. We also both maintain our separate residences and do not legally live together. I am confused as to which status I need to use in order to file our taxes. Again, we have two primary residences, are married, but do not live together and claim both our mothers as dependents, one at each residence. Also, at some point when student loans resume payments, I have traditionally claimed the tax credit for the interest paid so. I know there are reasons to file together and we also have reasons to file separate but i'm not sure which is the best way. I know this is a unique situation... please help!!!
