has_potential OP t1_j6nr8h1 wrote on January 31, 2023 at 5:12 PM

Reply to comment by Its-a-write-off in Tax Claim Question for new job by has_potential

Thanks. This all seems very confusing. Just want to get the 6K and call it good. Lol.

Its-a-write-off t1_j6nrgdd wrote on January 31, 2023 at 5:14 PM

Then switch both of you to the single setting. This accurately allocates half the married standard deduction and tax brackets to each job and withholds enough to cover your taxes. Leaving the child tax credits to be refunded to you when you file.

has_potential OP t1_j6ns7ka wrote on January 31, 2023 at 5:18 PM

So we wouldn't file "married filed jointly "?

Sorry if this is too much. My status. In military mypay is married, 0 exemptions, 0 additional deduction.

Multiple jobs or spouse works is an optional selection and I don't have it selected.

Its-a-write-off t1_j6nslwr wrote on January 31, 2023 at 5:21 PM

On your w4 form you use the single setting for withholding. This is just for a math equation to make sure enough is withheld. It is not selecting a filing status.

When you file your tax return, the 1040, you file as joint.

You both select single, Both of you. You need to update your w4 too. Don't use married/spouse also works as way too many employers are messing that setting up.

has_potential OP t1_j6ntbwj wrote on January 31, 2023 at 5:25 PM

Ok. Thank you . I'll have to verify me clicking "single" doesn't affect my other information in our mil pay system. Still shows "0" for exemptions. I'll have her select single on hers.