This estimate includes the key stages of the administration of an estate which are as follows:
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 	<li>identifying the legally appointed executors or administrators and beneficiaries;</li>
 	<li>obtaining the relevant documents and information required to determine whether an HMRC inheritance tax account is required and to make the probate application;</li>
 	<li>completing any HMRC inheritance tax account required for the estate;</li>
 	<li>liaising with as required, to arrange any inheritance tax due to be paid;</li>
 	<li>preparing and submitting the probate application the executor’s behalf and sending him / her copies of the grant when received;</li>
 	<li>agreeing the inheritance tax position with HMRC, including dealing with any claims for exemptions and reliefs.</li>
 	<li>collecting the assets of the estate and discharging any liabilities and administration settling liabilities;</li>
 	<li>tax compliance for the estate administration period;</li>
 	<li>preparing estate accounts;</li>
 	<li>obtaining all necessary tax clearances; and</li>
 	<li>arranging the distribution of the estate according to the terms of the Will.</li>
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