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Discussion in 'BBS Hangout' started by Rocketman95, Sep 28, 2007.

  1. Rocketman95

    Rocketman95 Hangout Boy

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    If you file an extension jointly, do you have to file jointly?

    Thanks!
     
    #1 Rocketman95, Sep 28, 2007
  2. Blake

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    I don't think the state of Texas allows you to file separately if you are married. Not 100% sure, but I think I'm right.

    So yes, jointly. But I've only been married through one tax season
     
    #2 Blake, Sep 28, 2007
  3. bobrek

    bobrek Politics belong in the D & D

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    The state of Texas has absolutely nothing to do with filing your federal taxes. If married, you can choose to file separately or jointly.
     
    #3 bobrek, Sep 28, 2007
  4. Hayesfan

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    You can still file separately, but the amount that you paid with the joint 4868 can only be applied in full on one return.

    Edit: You can split it, but the sum of the two has to equal the original amount paid and that both SS#'s are on each return so that it can be tracked back.
     
    #4 Hayesfan, Sep 28, 2007
  5. Rocketman95

    Rocketman95 Hangout Boy

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    Sweet, thanks!
     
    #5 Rocketman95, Oct 1, 2007
  6. Rockets Red Glare

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    If you were married on the December 31st of the tax year your only choices are "married filing joint" or "married filing sepatate". "Single" is not an option.
     
    #6 Rockets Red Glare, Oct 1, 2007
  7. Rocketman95

    Rocketman95 Hangout Boy

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    Oh, I know that. I just didn't know if you'd already filed an extension jointly whether or not you could file the returns separately. She's probably going to owe and she already owes me a bunch of money, so I don't want to add on to that.
     
    #7 Rocketman95, Oct 1, 2007
  8. Hayesfan

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    No problem. The one and only benefit of working at an accounting firm.... free tax advice. :)
     
    #8 Hayesfan, Oct 1, 2007
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