And each of those states have their own requirements as to what constitutes a valid common law marriage. If that is what you think you are then I suggest getting the advice from a family law attorney in your state first. In addition, such a marriage, if valid, is the same as any other marriage and can only be ended by divorce.
**Disclaimer: This post is for discussion purposes only and is NOT tax advice. The author takes no responsibility for the accuracy of any information in this post.**
