My wife and I file seperately and are considering opening a trust. If we do, will we be forced to file Jointly?
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@StanA wrote:
My wife and I file seperately and are considering opening a trust. If we do, will we be forced to file Jointly?
Not necessarily as it would be dependent on the terms of the trust or, more precisely, whether the trust was a joint trust. Typically, you would not have to file jointly, however.
Regardless, you should absolutely consult, in-person, with a legal and tax professional.
@StanA wrote:
My wife and I file seperately and are considering opening a trust. If we do, will we be forced to file Jointly?
Not necessarily as it would be dependent on the terms of the trust or, more precisely, whether the trust was a joint trust. Typically, you would not have to file jointly, however.
Regardless, you should absolutely consult, in-person, with a legal and tax professional.
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