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Vtesh
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I am employed full time. My husband is retired (69 years old) & only receives Social Security. Does he have to file? Should we file jointly?

 
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DanaB
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I am employed full time. My husband is retired (69 years old) & only receives Social Security. Does he have to file? Should we file jointly?

Yes, it is usually more beneficial to file jointly. If you filed married filing separately up to 85% of his Social Security benefits could become taxable.

See the filing requirements for additional information:

https://ttlc.intuit.com/replies/3302274

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DanaB
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I am employed full time. My husband is retired (69 years old) & only receives Social Security. Does he have to file? Should we file jointly?

Yes, it is usually more beneficial to file jointly. If you filed married filing separately up to 85% of his Social Security benefits could become taxable.

See the filing requirements for additional information:

https://ttlc.intuit.com/replies/3302274

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