Family Head Deceased

[poshty59]

Family head deceased in 2021 & filed final return in 2022.  Now preparing 2022 return for widow but wants information for the family head.  Can I remove him as family head or specify somewhere that no return is required?

[margaret234]

Since the family head passed away in 2021 and a final return was filed in 2022, you can typically specify in the 2022 return for the widow that the family head is deceased. This can usually be done by indicating the date of death in the relevant section of the tax return form. In many tax preparation software or forms, there is a specific section for reporting the death of a taxpayer.

Additionally, you can often indicate that no return is required for the deceased family head for the tax year 2022. This is typically done by checking a box or providing information in the tax return form indicating that the deceased person is not required to file a return for that year. Be sure to consult the specific tax guidelines and forms relevant to your jurisdiction, as the process may vary slightly depending on local tax regulations.