With thousands of successful bookings, Homemove is the UK's leading provider of RICS Probate Valuations in Ashford. Trusted by executors and solicitors nationwide, we guide you through obtaining a professional probate valuation, ensuring every step of the estate administration is smooth and on track.
Signed and dated by the surveyor
It's required that the probate valuation report is signed and dated by the RICS surveyor.
On headed paper
Your probate valuation will be provided on official headed paper as required by HMRC.
Supplied as a PDF file/document
Your surveyor will provide your report in a bespoke PDF ready to be submitted to HMRC or your solicitor.
A probate valuation is necessary to accurately assess the value of the deceased's estate for Inheritance Tax purposes. It ensures compliance with HMRC regulations and helps prevent potential legal issues or penalties due to incorrect valuations.
A probate valuation is a professional assessment of a property's market value at the date of death. It's required by HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) to determine whether any Inheritance Tax is payable on the deceased's estate. Our RICS-registered surveyors in Ashford provide accurate and compliant valuations to help you navigate the probate process smoothly.
If the total value of the deceased's estate exceeds the Inheritance Tax threshold, currently set at £325,000, Inheritance Tax may be payable. A professional probate valuation ensures that the property's value is accurately reported to HMRC, avoiding potential fines or penalties for under-valuation. Our probate valuers in Ashford provide detailed reports that meet HMRC's requirements.
A probate valuation can also be important if you plan to sell the inherited property in Ashford. The value established at the date of death serves as the base for calculating Capital Gains Tax when you sell. Accurate valuation can help minimise your tax liability and ensure compliance with tax regulations.
Property values can fluctuate over time. If there's a significant delay between the date of death and the sale of the property, the value might change. Our surveyors can provide updated valuations or retrospective valuations as required, helping you stay compliant with HMRC regulations and ensuring the estate is accurately assessed.
A probate valuation is a professional assessment of a property's market value in Ashford at the date of the owner's death. It is required by HMRC to determine the value of the estate for Inheritance Tax purposes.
A RICS probate valuation is performed by a chartered surveyor in Ashford, ensuring that the valuation is accurate, professional, and compliant with HMRC standards. This helps prevent disputes or penalties from undervaluation or overvaluation.
Probate valuations typically start from £295, but the cost can vary depending on the property's size, location, and complexity. We provide instant quotes tailored to your specific needs.
We aim to conduct the valuation as soon as possible, often within a few days of your booking. The report is usually delivered within 3-5 working days after the inspection.
While estate agents can provide a market appraisal, HMRC requires a professional valuation from a qualified surveyor for probate purposes. A RICS probate valuation is more detailed and compliant with HMRC's standards.
Using a RICS-qualified surveyor in Ashford reduces the likelihood of HMRC challenging the valuation. If HMRC does query it, our surveyors can provide additional information or liaise with HMRC to resolve any issues.
Yes, we can provide retrospective valuations to reflect the property's value at the date of death, even if some time has passed.
Our surveyors specialise in property valuations in Ashford. For other assets like personal belongings, investments, or vehicles, you may need to consult other professionals.
We require the property address, details about the property (such as size, condition, any recent improvements), and the date of death. Additional information may be requested during the process.
You can book a probate valuation in Ashford through our website by getting an instant quote and selecting a convenient date. Our RICS-qualified surveyors will handle the rest.