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You don't have to submit your separation papers. Your filing status goes by what is was on the last day of the year, if you were legally separated by the laws of your state at the end of the year you can file as Single or Head of Household.
Do I qualify for Head of Household?
You don't have to submit your separation papers. Your filing status goes by what is was on the last day of the year, if you were legally separated by the laws of your state at the end of the year you can file as Single or Head of Household.
Do I qualify for Head of Household?
Thank you for your quick response, though I feel as though that may seem fishy, does it not? In that case, couldn't anyone "claim" they are legally separated? I am just nervous about having my return held up if it appears fraudulent.
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