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How do i electronically file a free extension for my dads return? he passed away july 2018...thanks

how do i electronically file a free extension for my dads return? he passed away july 2018...thanks

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MinhT
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How do i electronically file a free extension for my dads return? he passed away july 2018...thanks

Sorry for your loss.

You can e-file a free extension at this site: https://turbotax.intuit.com/irs-tax-extensions/

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MinhT
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How do i electronically file a free extension for my dads return? he passed away july 2018...thanks

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How do i electronically file a free extension for my dads return? he passed away july 2018...thanks

his only income was social security...i dont know what amount was withheld, if any...so i cant answer the questions properly...what should i do?
MinhT
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How do i electronically file a free extension for my dads return? he passed away july 2018...thanks

If his only income is social security, he would not be required to file a tax return and you do not need to file an extension. Hope this helps!
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How do i electronically file a free extension for my dads return? he passed away july 2018...thanks

i thought i had to file a final time...he had a checking account with a few grand in it for pennies of interest...we jointly held a checking account...he owned no property..his ira didnt have an rmd during 2018...so if i dont file for him in 2018 am i going to be in trouble with the irs on his behalf?
MinhT
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How do i electronically file a free extension for my dads return? he passed away july 2018...thanks

From the information you provided, he is not required to file a tax return.And you will not get into trouble with the IRS for not filing.
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How do i electronically file a free extension for my dads return? he passed away july 2018...thanks

how about state of minnesota?
MinhT
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How do i electronically file a free extension for my dads return? he passed away july 2018...thanks

Likewise.
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How do i electronically file a free extension for my dads return? he passed away july 2018...thanks

thanks for your help and your time
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