Write Bart and Elizabeth a letter in which explain status

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Problem - Critical Thinking Communications, Bart and Elizabeth Forrest are married and have no dependents. They have asked you to advise them whether they should file jointly or separately in 2019. They present you with the following information:

 

Bart

Elizabeth

Joint

Salary (Bart)

$38,000



Salary (Elizabeth)


$110,000


Interest income

400

1,200

$2,200

Deductions for

2,400

14,000


Medical expenses

10,427

3,358


State income tax

900

11,800


Real estate tax



5,800

Mortgage interest



4,200

Unreimbursed employee expenses

1,200



If they file separately, Bart and Elizabeth will split the real estate tax and mortgage interest deductions equally. Write Bart and Elizabeth a letter in which you make and explain a recommendation on filing status for 2019. Bart and Elizabeth reside at 2003 Highland Drive, Durham, NC 27707.

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