For more information, refer to the IRS About Form 8453-FE, U.S. Estate or Trust Declaration for an IRS e-file Return webpage:

The ERO is one who deals directly with the fiduciary and either prepares tax returns or collects prepared tax returns, including Forms 8453-FE, for fiduciaries who wish to have the return of the estate or trust electronically filed. The ERO’s signature is required by the IRS.

A paid preparer who is also the ERO checks the box in the ERO’s Use Only section labeled “Check if also paid preparer.” A paid preparer who is not the ERO must sign Form 8453-FE in the space for Paid Preparer Use Only.

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