There’s a reason why same-sex couples end up spending an average of $12,300 more over the course of a lifetime in tax prep fees: it can be more complicated! To help guide gay couples through the murk and mire, NYT Bucks Blog has a comprehensive guide to pitfalls and considerations to keep in mind when filling out those forms. The debate over gay rights may divide our country, but nobody likes doing taxes.

Tax Tips for Same-Sex Couples [NYT Bucks Blog]

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