Married August 2017, how should we go about filing our taxes?

[JulieCo · Accepted solution]

Since you were married in 2017, you have the options of either filing "married jointly" or "married filing separately."

Generally, filing jointly will give you a bigger refund or fewer taxes due. When you file separately, your tax rate is higher and you won't be able to claim certain deductions and credits that may not be available to you if you file separately.  

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