Please note that this website has a UK government accesskeys system.
Overview of the different areas covered in this section
First steps and help with sorting out the deceased's finances
Information on financial help after a death for funeral and other costs
How to gain legal access to someone's money and property after they have died
Who can access money after a death and how to deal with jointly owned assets and property
How to claim money owed to the deceased
How and when you have to pay Inheritance Tax - the exemptions and the role of the personal representative or executor
How different debts are paid off when someone dies - possible effect on a jointly owned home
Assets that must be included when estimating the value of the deceased's estate
Information on ways to make sure you pay Inheritance Tax
Search a directory of approved solicitors, advice agencies and information providers. Find out if you can get legal aid
