Whether or not you file jointly or separately is your choice but generally, if you are married it is more advantageous to file jointly. The following TurboTax article was written to help couples decide the best way to file. Should You and Your Spouse File Taxes Jointly or Separately?
When you file your federal tax return as married filing jointly your state return will also be completed as filing jointly unless you specifically select not to file a joint state return.
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