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    Hi there,

    My husband and I have 1 IP which we purchased as Joint Tenants. Does this mean come tax time everything is split 50/50 for filing our tax returns or are we able to change the percentage for example 70/30?

    Thanks in advance

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    As Joint Tenants, everything is split 50/50.

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    Thank you for your response. That is what I thought but the ATO website didn't make it easy for me to find the answer I was looking for.

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    Additionally, can someone please explain what the difference is between filing tax return jointly or separately when married…? 

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    Tax returns are done separately but there is a little section regarding adding your spouse and her/his income.

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    So do you have to add their income or is this optional? And how does it affect my tax return?
    Sorry if this sounds silly but I’m not really sure and I will ask my accountant but I would like a basic understanding before going to see him

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    There is a place to put their income and it may affect your income tax by increasing your rebates if your spouse is on a low income,

    Terryw | Structuring Lawyers Pty Ltd / Loan Structuring Pty Ltd
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    thanks Terry, really appreciate you taking the time to explain it.

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