In Year 1, Harold Weston's wife died. Since her death, he has maintained a household for their son, Frank (age 3), his qualifying child. Which is the most advantageous filing status available to Harold in Year 4?

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In Year 4, Harold can file as "Head of Household" because he has maintained a household for his qualifying child, Frank, for more than two years after his wife's death. The "Qualifying Widower" status is only available for the two years following the year of the spouse's death.

In Year 1, Harold Weston's Wife Died