My father passed away on May 30, 2019. I'm preparing his Form 1041 as his executor.
The estate has received income in both 2019 and 2020 in the form of interest, dividends, and from the sale of real estate. I am ready to file the 1041, distribute the estate, and close the probate.
Can I choose a fiscal year ending April 30, 2020, and file just one return using 2019 forms? Or do I need to file one for the income received in 2019, and then a final return using 2020 forms for the income received in 2020?
Thanks!
