Probate & Estate Administration
Whether you need probate, how to apply, what tax applies and how to settle the estate.
How do I get a grant of probate?
A grant of representation confirms a PR's authority to deal with the estate. This covers the application process, the documents required and limited grants.
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What property doesn't form part of the estate?
PRs must gather in the deceased's estate, but some assets fall outside it: joint tenancies, trust property, life insurance, pensions and deathbed gifts.
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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.
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