If a family member dies on jan 1, are we still able to file their taxes or what are the other options?

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If a family member dies on jan 1, are we still able to file their taxes or what are the other options?

2007-01-02 09:23:12 · 2 answers · asked by siucdeltasig 2 in Business & Finance ➔ Taxes ➔ United States

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You must file his/her taxes for 2006 if he/her gross income was enough to do so. His or her spouse may file as a qualify widow(er) wich gives higher deductions than filing single.

2007-01-02 09:29:27 · answer #1 · answered by Leonardo 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋

If you mean they died on Jan 1, 2007, their 2006 tax return still needs to be filed. Assuming no 2007 income, it would be filed as a "final return". If there is an attorney handling the estate, they should be familiar with this process. If not, consult a tax professional. Tax prep franchises don't count for this purpose.

2007-01-02 19:17:31 · answer #2 · answered by STEVEN F 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋