Bart and Susan Forrest are married and have no dependents. They have asked you to advise them whether they should file jointly or separately in 2017.They present you with the following information:

If they file separately, Bart and Susan will split the real estate tax and mortgage interest deductions equally.
A. Write Bart and Elizabeth a letter in which you make and explain a recommendation on filing status for 2017. Bart and Elizabeth reside at 2003 highland drive Durham NC 27707
B. Complete Brats Schedule A for 2017 (use the most current version of schedule A Available). For the Purpose Assume that Bart and Elizabeth file separate returns Bart Social Security Number is 123-45-6789

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Bart Susan Joint $38,000 Salary $110,000 Business net income $2,200 Interest income 400 1,200 Deductions for AGI 2,400 14,000 Medical expenses 3,358 10,427 State income tax 800 1,800 Real estate tax 3,800 Mortgage interest 4,200 Unreimbursed employee expenses 1,200