DawnC
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Tax help for military filers

Yes, as a married couple, it is legal for you to file a joint federal and/or a joint state return.  Just because you have 2 different Home of Records (or State of Legal Residence), you are still married and can file joint returns.    You do not need to create a separate account or another tax return.    You generally have to file your state return using the same filing status as your federal return.   Exceptions exist, but in your situation, you have no need to do that.   

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