Married Joint Filing

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March 8, 2025
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My fiancé moved to California from Louisiana in January 2024. We married in February. I supported him while he job searched. He was unable to find a job and moved back to New Orleans for the job he had in November of 2024. Is it possible to file jointly?

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VolvoGirl

Level 15

When did you get married? Feb 2024 or 2025? If you were married on Dec 31, 2024 you have to file as Married. Either a Joint return or Married filing Separate. Joint is usually the best way to file even if your spouse has little or no income.

TracyRoseLAuthor

Level 2

We were married in California in 2/24. We primarily resided in California. So, would my income still be included for him in Louisiana?

TracyRoseLAuthor

Level 2

I have always been a California resident.

KeshaH

Level 11

Yes, you can file a joint return for your federal and state returns for 2024 if you were married in 2024.

Since your husband wasn't a resident of Louisiana for the whole year, you'd file part-year returns for both California and Louisiana. All of your income would be taxable in Louisiana. Your husband's income (if any) would be allocated between California and Louisiana.