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Probate - valuation of bits and pieces

Are there any hard and fast rules to valuing all those none valuable items when it comes to filling in the Probate application? Everyday household objects etc. Can I just suggest a nominal value, put nil or do I have to consider each item specifically? Any help appreciated.

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  • Savvy_Sue
    Savvy_Sue Posts: 47,582 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 10,000 Posts Name Dropper
    We were advised to put a very nominal value, I think we went for £100. In reality second hand furniture, clothes and nick-nacks aren't worth a lot ... it's the fine art and sports cars you have to look out for!
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  • Mojisola
    Mojisola Posts: 35,571 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 10,000 Posts Name Dropper
    We were advised to put £100 as well.
  • getmore4less
    getmore4less Posts: 46,882 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 10,000 Posts Name Dropper I've helped Parliament
    If there is no IHT it makes little difference.

    If there is IHT then you want a small number.
  • drshadrack
    drshadrack Posts: 13 Forumite
    thank you all
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