A deceased spouse gets a 1099 1 year after death in his name. How to report?

Apr 07, 2013 1 Replies

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MIKE 13 years ago

A widow gets a 1099 for income earned by her husband, 1 year after his death.

1099 is reported under his name and soc sec number. Does she have to report it and if so, how?

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Stuart A. Bronstein 13 years ago

Yes, she has to report it. Assuming he died in 2012, she can file a joint return and report that money on the return.

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