I'm very interested in this topic also as we are considering joint assessment, I just have a couple of queries regarding this -
(1) If we apply to be jointly assessed this year, if there is a change in our financial circumstances can we then apply to go back to single assessment if we feel this would be more benefitical in the future?
(2) We are married 6 years, can the joint assessment be backdated for this period?
(3) If we decide to be jointly assessed is it just a matter of writing to the Tax Office quoting our PPS numbers and sending a copy of our marraige certificate?
(1) If we apply to be jointly assessed this year, if there is a change in our financial circumstances can we then apply to go back to single assessment if we feel this would be more benefitical in the future?
(2) We are married 6 years, can the joint assessment be backdated for this period?
(3) If we decide to be jointly assessed is it just a matter of writing to the Tax Office quoting our PPS numbers and sending a copy of our marraige certificate?