Hi,
Here is a very good article showing the benefits of filing jointly versus separately:
https://turbotax.intuit.com/tax-tips/marriage/should-you-and-your-spouse-file-taxes-jointly-or-separ...
A higher standard deduction is given to those filing jointly.
You can claim your dependent on either or separate, or joint return.
Here is an article regarding rules for claiming dependents:
https://turbotax.intuit.com/tax-tips/family/rules-for-claiming-a-dependent-on-your-tax-return/L8LODb...
Thank you,
John
CPA
