Avi and Rianna Are Considering Marriage Before Year-End

question 53

Essay

Avi and Rianna are considering marriage before year-end.They each earn a salary of about $150,000,have some investment income and some itemized deductions.What additional taxes will Avi and Rianna face as a married couple?

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