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The document provides instructions for completing Form ET-85, New York State Estate Tax Certification, applicable for estates of individuals who died on or after April 1, 2014. It outlines when to use the form, who may file it, and details about estate tax filing requirements based on the decedent's residency and the timing of executor appointment. The document also specifies the basic exclusion amounts for different dates of death, liability of applicants, and necessary supplemental documents. Additionally, it includes information on where to file the form and resources for assistance.

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Begin by entering the decedent's information, ensuring that the social security number is accurate. Attach a photocopy of the death certificate.
If applicable, provide representative information for any authorized individuals assisting with the estate. If using a power of attorney, attach Form ET-14.
Fill in executor/applicant details. If no executor is appointed, enter your information in the designated area.
Estimate the net estate by entering total asset values on lines 1 through 7. Include taxable gifts as specified on line 8.
Complete and attach Form ET-117 if a release of lien is needed for real property or cooperative apartments.
Mail the completed form along with any required documents to the NYS Estate Tax Processing Center at the provided address.

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Do I need an estate tax closing letter?

An estate closing letter to beneficiaries is a crucial document in the process of settling an estate after someone has passed away. It informs the beneficiaries that the estate administration has been completed and all legal obligations, like taxes and debts, have been settled.

What are the filing requirements for the estate tax return 706 )?

Do all estates have to file Form 706? No, not all estates need to file Form 706. Only estates with gross assets and prior taxable gifts exceeding the annually determined exemption amount are required to file this form. For 2023, this threshold is set at $12.92 million, or $13.61 million in 2024.

Where can I get tax forms and instruction booklets?

Get the current filing years forms, instructions, and publications for free from the IRS. Download them from IRS.gov. Order online and have them delivered by U.S. mail. Order by phone at 1-800-TAX-FORM (1-800-829-3676)

What documents are needed to file an estate tax return?

What other information do I need to include with the return? Copies of the death certificate. Copies of the decedents will and/or relevant trusts. Copies of appraisals. Copies of relevant documents regarding litigation involving the estate.

What tax form do I use for estate tax?

Form 1040 is used to report the income of an individual taxpayer, while Form 1041 is used for the decedents estate or a trust. For example: Form 1040 covers the income earned by an individual before their date of death. Form 1041 handles income earned by the estate or trust after the individuals death.

How do you file a tax return for a deceased person?

The final return is filed on the same form that would have been used if the taxpayer were still alive, but Deceased: is written at the top of the return followed the persons name and the date of death. The deadline to file a final return is the tax filing deadline of the year following the taxpayers death.

How do you file taxes as an executor?

You, as executor, can file the estates first income tax return (which also could be its last) at any time up to 12 months after the death. The tax period must end on the last day of a month. If you file in any month except December, the estate has whats called a fiscal tax year instead of a calendar tax year.

What does the IRS require for estates?

If the estate generates more than $600 in annual gross income, you are required to file Form 1041, U.S. Income Tax Return for Estates and Trusts. An estate may also need to pay quarterly estimated taxes. See Form 1041 instructions for information on when to file quarterly estimated taxes.

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