My brother died on May 27, 2016. I got an EIN for his estate. The SS-4 says I must file a 1041 by 4-15-2017. Can I elect a different fiscal year end for the estate?
If I can elect a fiscal year of July 1 - June 30, then I have 3 1/2 months after that to file the 1041. I'd like more time.
