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Sorting out property when someone dies

Guide to sorting out property after a death

Overview of the different areas covered in this section

Dealing with the deceased's rented home (government, citizens and rights section)

What to do if the deceased rented a property from the Northern Ireland Housing Executive, housing association or a private landlord

Inheritance Tax (money, tax and benefits section)

General information on inheritance tax, estates and trusts

How to value the estate of someone who has died (money, tax and benefits section)

Assets that must be included when estimating the value of the deceased's estate

Paying Inheritance Tax (money, tax and benefits section)

Information on ways to make sure you pay Inheritance Tax

Making a will (government, citizens and rights section)

Decide how your assets are shared out and make sure your wishes are carried out after you die