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Question #1: Roni, I got married last month and I was wondering if my new husband and I should still file as single with the IRS since we were wed so late in the year?
No, as long as you are legally wed before December 31st, then you are married in the eyes of the IRS. Therefore, you will either need to file as married filing together, or married filing separately. Depending on your unique financial situation, it might be more beneficial to select one option or the other.
Question #2: What is nontaxable income?
Nontaxable income is pretty much exactly what it sounds like – income that is exempt from taxation. If you have to file a return, there are some kinds of nontaxable income that do need to be included on your return, but will not be included in the total amount subject to income taxes. These types of nontaxable income include child support payment, most life insurance proceeds, certain veterans’ benefits, public assistance payments, etc.