Can i change my filing status on my tax return after it has been process?
Neither of you can file as Single. He MUST amend his return. You can file as Married Filing Jointly or Married Filing Separately. Since you’ve only been separated for 6 months, neither of you can file as Head of Household. To file as HoH, you must not have lived together at any time after June 30, 2008, among other requirements.
Dear S: Married jointly is the best if you can get together with hubby. The law is if you have not lived together the last 6 months of the year you can be considered unmarred for tax purposes allowing the person who has custody of a child to file as HOH. Never single! You both can recall your returns by filing jointly (1040X), but remember the refund check comes in both names. This advice was prepared based on our understanding of the tax law in effect at the time it was written as it applies to the facts that you provided. Click on my profile to read more.
