What Married Couples Need to Know About Taxes

If you got married during 2018, there are a few important things you should keep in mind when you file your taxes. If either spouse changed their name on the marriage certificate, they must file that change with the Social Security administration. Your name on your tax return and the name on file with the Social Security administration must match exactly. If it doesn’t, your tax return will probably be rejected. It’s an easy problem to fix; you’ll just have to resubmit the tax return to the IRS with names that match those on file with the SSA. The process could delay your refund, however.

There were many changes to the latest round of tax code modifications. Even if you usually do your taxes on your own, if you got married during 2018, you may want to hire a tax professional this year. Consulting an expert is a great way to make sure you get the maximum possible refund or minimize your tax liability. A professional can help you and your new spouse decide whether to itemize or take the standard deduction. They can help you get every possible deduction, including qualified moving expenses, medical costs, and even some pet expenses.

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