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@Schuberthb To be a qualifying surviving spouse for the extra two years, you must have a dependent child.   Otherwise, you will file as Single now.

 

 

If you have qualifying dependent children you will be able to file as a qualifying surviving spouse  (QSS) for the next two years after this tax return.  Post back if you need further help.

 

 

https://blog.turbotax.intuit.com/tax-planning-2/tax-implications-for-taxpayers-who-have-lost-a-spous...

 

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