3 ways your relationship status could impact your tax bill

Taxes aren’t exactly romantic, but your relationship status can have a big effect on your taxes. Whether you just got married, recently combined finances, or are navigating a more complex partnership, the IRS uses your status as of Dec. 31 to determine how you file for the entire year. That means one life change can ripple through your withholding, credits, and overall tax bill — sometimes in ways couples don’t see coming, for better or for worse. So, whether you’ve been married for years or just tied th ...