Rosepedalsarah
Returning Member

Should I file married filing jointly or separately?

My husband and I are wondering if we should file jointly or separately since we now have a son. My husband has child support from a previous relationship and therefore doesn't receive a refund. If we file jointly neither of us get our returns, but I have herd that if you file separately you cannot claim a dependent. Claiming our son would lessen our taxes I assume. What would be the best course of action for this situation?