Because you need a 2020 tax return, you will need to purchase the 2020 program.
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You file a tax return for a deceased person more or less the same way you file your own taxes. On the screen titled, Your personal info look for the question, "I'm preparing this return for a Taxpayer, who has passed away." Once you answer that Yes, you will be asked for the date.
After that, continue with the return in the regular way, entering income, deductions, etc.
If Form 1310 is required, you will be prompted to answer a few questions about that near the end of the interview. Form 1310 is used to provide information about your right to claim a refund on behalf of the decedent.
Click here to learn more about filing a decedent tax return.
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