What You Should Know: 1  Some state taxpayers qualify for free electronic filing. Check out some options the Georgia Department of Revenue recommends and see if you qualify.  If you file paper returns, don't send the forms by certified mail. This slows the processing.
Your bf has to prove that he is the executor to his father's estate before he can cash any checks made payable to his deceased father. You really need to talk to a lawyer about this. You have to have the death certificate and proof that you are the beneficiary.. sign the dads name and under dads name he needs to sign his name.
People to Notify After Someone Dies. The executor of the estate will need to notify certain people and organizations after someone dies. This is the first step toward settling the person's affairs. Note that some organizations may require information (such as a customer number) about the person's accounts.