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If you were legally married on 12/31/14, the IRS considers you married for the entire year of 2014.

Sometimes a grandfather knows best, even when the disagreement involves the Internal Revenue Service.

Many taxpayers overlook this possible filing status when deciding how to file their tax returns. This is epically true among recently divorced couples when there is a still dependent child in the home. While filing as Head of Household will lower your taxes vs. filing as “Single”, you must follow the IRS guidelines to avoid inquiry or audits.

If you were legally married on 12/31/13, the IRS considers you married for the entire year of 2013.

If you were legally married on 12/31/12, the IRS considers you married for the entire year of 2012.