When filing for a deceased person, but having the refund e-filed and deposited into an account with only their name on it, do I still need to fill out this form?
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DDollar
Expert Alumni
May 31, 2019 9:48:02 PM
According to the IRS, If the decedent is due a refund of any individual income tax (Form 1040), you may claim that refund using IRS Form 1310, Statement of a Person Claiming Refund Due a Deceased Taxpayer. You should file Form 1310. For information on filing Form 1310, see the following FAQ:
Same question. I do not want to claim the refund. I just want it to be issued in the deceased persons name or Estate of:. The 1310 does not appear to do this.