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My husband of 20 years and I have been separated about six months now, we have an 18 year old son in college and I was wondering what would be the best avenue to take when it comes to filing our 2009 taxes this year? He gives me 400.00 a month to live on, but does pay the mortgage. I only worked two months this year before being laid off due to the economy. What is the best path for me to take for myself and my son? If I file jointly with him I don't think I will see any return at all and I need one this year, but I also don't know if I would get one if I filed separate from him. Do you have any answers for me? Thank you Christy