compare_mfj_vs_mfs
Compare Married Filing Jointly versus Married Filing Separately to determine tax differences and identify filing restrictions that impact your situation.
Instructions
Compare Married Filing Jointly (MFJ) vs Married Filing Separately (MFS). Shows tax difference and lists all MFS restrictions that may affect your situation.
Input Schema
TableJSON Schema
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| taxYear | Yes | Tax year (2024 or 2025) | |
| spouse1Income | Yes | Spouse 1 gross income | |
| spouse2Income | Yes | Spouse 2 gross income | |
| dependents | No | Number of qualifying children | |
| itemizedDeductions | No | Total itemized deductions (combined for MFJ, split for MFS) | |
| studentLoanInterest | No | Either spouse paying student loan interest | |
| hasEducationCredits | No | Either spouse claiming AOTC or LLC | |
| hasEITC | No | Either spouse would qualify for EITC | |
| hasIRAContributions | No | Either spouse contributing to IRA |