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Can next of kin file deceased persons taxes (no estate, will or assets) or do they need to be appointed by the court first?

 
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Can next of kin file deceased persons taxes (no estate, will or assets) or do they need to be appointed by the court first?

 Someone has to be appointed administrator.  For a small estate with no disagreements among the heirs, this may be as simple as filing a simple form with the probate court. Check your state laws. 

Can next of kin file deceased persons taxes (no estate, will or assets) or do they need to be appointed by the court first?

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