should i sign using decedent's name?

nortsub — Sat, 28 Mar 2026 03:04:56 GMT

Filing return for deceased son; completed Form 1310 but efile asks me to sign using HIS name. Is it correct for me to sign as him?

Re: should i sign using decedent's name?

pk — Sat, 28 Mar 2026 20:11:16 GMT

@nortsub I am so sorry for your loss. I pray for peaceful rest of the departed and my condolences for the family.

Generally, if you are filing a return in the name of the decedent, and filing by mail, you sign your name and add " representative for " or " attorney in fact for" then the name of the decedent. You choose your title based on facts. Sometime it your name and the "for " Decedent's name.

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should i sign using decedent's name?

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