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posted Jun 4, 2019 1:57:32 PM

MY HUSBAND PASSED IN SEPT. HOW DOES THIS AFFECT MY DOING THIS? DO I NEED TO DO SOMETHING?

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Level 15
Jun 4, 2019 1:57:34 PM

Yes. You must enter the date of death in the Personal Info section.

Then you will be filing as a Surviving spouse. You will still be able to select MFJ status.

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Level 15
Jun 4, 2019 1:57:34 PM

Yes. You must enter the date of death in the Personal Info section.

Then you will be filing as a Surviving spouse. You will still be able to select MFJ status.

Level 15
Jun 4, 2019 1:57:35 PM

Do not be surprised if e-File is rejected. Then you will have to file on paper via US Mail.