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Hello, Dear Experts!

 

In 2023, for the whole year I lived in CA, my husband from whom I separated (not legally) lives in Utah. I am planning to file Married Filing Separately. I own a house in Utah that I rent out. 

 

1. Can I file federal Married Filed Jointly but state Married Filed Separately?

2. Do I need to file two state returns since I owe a home in UT and it is a rental? 

3. What version of Turbo Tax do I need to use? I'd like to file electronically. 

4. I went to UT a couple of times to do some repairs and updates on the rental. Can I write off my travel? I would like to buy a laptop to help me run my rental? I do not have a property management. 

 

Thank you so much in advance!

 

@MaryK4 

@GeorgeM777 

@ErnieS0