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Should I file as Head of household or continue as single? What would change if I change to head of household?

Mynameischuck — Sat, 03 Apr 2021 01:56:59 GMT

Re: Should I file as Head of household or continue as single? What would change if I change to head of household?

SweetieJean — Sat, 03 Apr 2021 02:15:11 GMT

HOH gets a higher Standard Deduction and different EITC, for example. But you must have a qualified Dependent, and meet other requirements to be HOH. It is generally used by Single parents with children.

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Re: Should I file as Head of household or continue as single? What would change if I change to he...

BillM223 — Sat, 03 Apr 2021 02:16:33 GMT

To file as Head of Household, you must have a qualifying dependent. Please see the rules and who qualifies under "Head of Household" starting on page 23 in IRS Pub 17.

Generally, it is better from a tax point of view to file as Head of Household (if you qualify), because the Standard Deduction is higher, and the tax brackets are better.