Do I need to complete the form 56?

[tialeen57]

I'm the successor trustee for my deceased father's Trust. His income was less than $600 for 2016. Do I need to send Form 56 if I don't have to submit any tax documents?

[RichardG · Accepted solution]

It's a good idea to file the form.  If there are ever questions about the trust, the IRS will know who to contact. 

[tialeen57]

Thank you RichardG One more question Do I need to list the tax forms and years since I won't be filing any? ie (1041 1040)  (2016 2017)

[RichardG]

I wouldn't worry about that.

[tialeen57]

Great Thank you again RichardG