But there are occasions when separate filings make more sense. For example, when one taxpayer has lot of itemized deductions and the other taxpayer has very little income.
From March 15 forward, it just gets nuts. If you want someone to focus, it's not a bad idea to hire someone now.
People get very nervous they won't spend the money.
In order to really fix it, it becomes very complicated. They need special rules for two working spouses.
This is a conversation I have with clients all the time.