You simply inherit the property, and for tax purposes you also inherit her cost base for it at the price she first purchased it for. When you eventually sell it you need to figure out if how much of the gain is free from CGT, which is dependent on how long you used it as your home.

What documents are needed for inheritance?

In order to obtain a legal heir certificate, following is the list of documents required:

• Signed application form.
• Identity/Address proof of the applicant.
• Death certificate of the deceased.
• Date of Birth proof of all legal heirs.
• A self-undertaking affidavit.
• Address proof of the deceased.

What should I do if I inherit a house?

Inheriting a property is not a regular incident; you should take utmost care to have all details in place. Mere possession of property does not make you a legal occupant or owner; a proper transfer is must. If needed, do take legal advice and help to get the inherited property transferred in your name.

When do you have to claim inherited property?

Under adverse possession, the occupant can claim the property if you don’t claim it within 12 years. So prolonging the legal and property transfer may actually work against you. Also, consider the taxation aspect when considering outright sale of inherited property.

What happens if I inherit property from someone else?

Taxation aspects If you have inherited a property where someone else is living, be wary of adverse possession laws. Under adverse possession, the occupant can claim the property if you don’t claim it within 12 years. So prolonging the legal and property transfer may actually work against you.

What are the rules of inheritance in absence of a will?

For property where the owner expires without a Will, inheritance formalities will involve a settlement document reached by all legal heirs. Absence of Will and no settlement will mean the rules of succession will apply on the property. Mutation is getting the property in your name in all government records post inheritance.