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Old 10-01-2012, 03:37 PM   #8
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Originally Posted by Robotic View Post
Since my girl makes less than I do, is there any benefit for either of us to start declaring common law? Could I potentially be taxed at a lower bracket since I would be supporting her?
You can't split income, but if she's making less than the basic personal exemption of $10,527 you can get a spousal tax credit for some or all of her exemption.
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