Coping with the loss of a loved one is hard enough without the added pressure of managing legal and financial affairs. When dealing with inherited property, an accurate valuation is often required for probate or inheritance tax purposes.
At SDL Surveying, we offer professional, RICS-compliant property valuations that are fully recognised by HMRC and trusted by legal professionals. Whether you need a valuation for tax assessments, estate division, or legal documentation, we deliver clear, unbiased reports that meet your requirements.
We know that timing can be crucial, so we prioritise a prompt and efficient service. Our valuations are designed to provide a fair and transparent reflection of market value, helping to support a smooth probate process.
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Navigating inheritance matters can be challenging, emotionally and administratively. At SDL Surveying, we’re here to make the process easier with accurate, RICS-compliant valuations that you can rely on for probate and inheritance tax purposes.
We’re committed to delivering a smooth, efficient experience with minimal disruption – with a team of nationwide surveyors that can help provide clarity and peace of mind on your property matters after a loss.
If the value of the estate exceeds the current inheritance tax threshold of £325,000, a professional valuation can support precise tax calculations and help meet legal obligations.
Good to know: Probate Valuations and HMRC
While it’s not a legal requirement to use a RICS-qualified surveyor for probate or inheritance tax purposes, with many people opting to have a valuation carried out with an estate agent, there are factors that may make choosing an RICS registered valuer preferable.
HMRC is more likely to scrutinise valuations that haven’t been carried out by a RICS-accredited professional. If a submitted valuation appears unusually low or inconsistent with local market data, HMRC may challenge it. In such cases, the estate agent would need to provide a formal explanation, and a new valuation could be requested.
If HMRC determines that a property’s value was deliberately understated to reduce inheritance tax, they may impose a penalty of up to 100% of the underpaid tax – a risk that can affect both executors and beneficiaries.
At SDL Surveying, all of our surveyors are RICS-qualified and able to deliver expert guidance and accurate reports trusted by HMRC and legal professionals.