Revisiting a History of Marriage in the Tax Code, Part 3
In Part 3 of this series, we explore why joint tax returns were so common even after major tax-law changes in 1917.
Can an Iowa Tax Return be Amended from Joint to Separate Filing Status?
Unlike with federal tax returns, taxpayers can indeed amend an Iowa return to separate filing status after filing the original Iowa return jointly.
Glossary: Qualifying Widow(er)
The “qualifying widow(er)” filing status is for a person whose spouse has died and the surviving spouse is still raising kids.
Why is it Better to File Married Filing Separately in Iowa?
Today I want to answer a basic question: it’s almost always better for married couples to file as married filing separately instead of married filing jointly on their Iowa return. Why?
Iowa Taxes: Married Filing Separately on Combined Return vs. Married Filing Separately on Separate Returns
Iowa tax law throws unique wrinkles at taxpayers when it comes to filing options for married couples.
Basics of Taxes, Part 3: Filing Status and Tax Credits
In this part, we’ll talk more about the mechanics of filing your tax return. This includes things such as choosing a filing status and deciding which form to use.
Married Filing Separately is Not the Same as Filing as Single
A common misconception I run into is the assumption among married couples that, if they file separately, it’s the same as filing as two single people. This is not the case.
Marriage in the Tax Code, Part 14: The Marriage Penalty Gets Worse Through the 1970s
The marriage penalty came about in 1971 and got worse in the next 10+ years.
Marriage in the Tax Code, Part 13: Examples of the Marriage Penalty in the Early 1970s
This blog post shows examples of the marriage penalty, which came about in 1971.
Marriage in the Tax Code, Part 12: Meet the Marriage Penalty
The marriage penalty came about in 1971.
