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Probate & Estate Administration

Whether you need probate, how to apply, what tax applies and how to settle the estate.

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What tax do you pay on death?

Most estates pay no tax at all. How inheritance tax, capital gains tax and income tax work on death — thresholds, exemptions and the charity discount.

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Do I need a solicitor for probate?

There is no legal requirement to use a solicitor for probate. When professional help earns its fee, when to do it yourself, and the happy medium.

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Do I need probate if my spouse dies?

Often, no. Whether you need probate depends on what your spouse owned and how they owned it — not your relationship. How to check in a few phone calls.

3 min read
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