TimS5
Employee Tax Expert

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Hi Canderson145!

 

Yes and No is the answer to your question.  While electing Single 0 might reduce the effect of owing as more would be withheld from your taxes, it still may not compensate for the differential.  For example, combined income is in he 24% tax bracket, your withholding on your income would still be based on a lower tax bracket such as 12%.  Therefore, you would still be short on your taxes at the end of the year.  You may have to elect to have additional withholding on your W-4. Employee's Withholding Certificate.  Follow Step 2: Multiple Jobs or Spouse Works to assist in resolving your issue related to the amount you should withhold.