[GRANOWSKI]

I'm originally form Canada and married an american March 07, should my husband and I file taxes jointly or separately. I own 2 rental properties (which I haven't made that much money on $2400 canadian) which I will claim when I file canadian taxes.

Because of my properties in Canada will I have to claim them here too? Is there a way that I don't have too, since I'm claiming/filing in Canada ?

I haven't worked in the U.s , but could as I've rec'd my Residence card. However, I have not worked in the U.S. Therefore would it be better for my husband to file his taxes "jointly" or Separate. And is there anyway I don't have to claim my 2 Canadian Properties here in the U.s (as I'll be doing that in Canada).

Sorry if I keep repeating myself, I'm somewhat confused and I wanted to give you as much info.

Someone had replied (and thank you)... I just had a second question and didn't know how to ask it without giving the same information. This is my 1st time using this site or any site.

Thank you for your time. It means a lot, and I really appreciate your advise.

[IntlTax]

It looks like you original question was already answered by Mutaka. What is your second question?

[AtlantaTaxExpert]

If you file jointly with your spouse, ALL world-wide income muts be reported on the tax return, and that includes your two rental properties in Canada. You can claim a Foreign Tax Credit (Form 1116) for the income tax you paid to Canada.

I assume when you said "residence card" you meant the "green card". If so, then you have to file even if your spouse files separately and, again, you MUST claim the rental properties. No way to get around that requirement.

Since you have to claim the properties regardless of how you file, filing jointly makes the most sense In my opinion.