In May 2013, soon after meeting with the belligerent beneficiary, my focus turned to the estate income tax returns (returns). After reviewing the tax documentation used for the final returns, I became uncertain about the tax documentation needed to prepare the estate income tax returns. That uncertainty gave me reason to pause. This is when I realized that this chaotic estate was going to close on time. After months of worrying about the run-down rental property, the tenants, and associated expenses, the estate would actually settle on time. So, with the returns not due until December 15^th, there was no need to rush. Furthermore, instead of wallowing in uncertainty, I called the tax professional for some guidance on the tax documentation.

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