Although normally, it is better for married couples to file Jointly, there are instances when Married Filing Separately is a better option.
For example, filing separately may be a benefit if you have a large amount of out-of-pocket medical expenses. It may be easier to reach the 7.5% threshold of your adjusted gross income to qualify for medical deductions if you only claim one income.
Here's more details on Married Filing Separately.
You can always prepare your return both ways to see which method is best for you.
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