deed of assent

[Ankou]

i have grant of represenattion along with a sibling and we want to assent the property in my deceased fathers name over to my mother.

i know this can be done by us, but i understand there can be tax risks etc., (we believe it to be well under the threshold). but our solicitor has just sent us their ts & cs with what seems an extortionate amount of fee.

any advice appreciated, particularly whether it is feasible for us to do it correctly, and how much a solicitor might charge.

cheers

[R1Geezer]

There is no IHT between spouses. No lawyers needed. It's a very simple matter.

[Barmaid]

R1Geezer is correct as long as your mother is a beneficiary. If she is not, it gets more complicated.

Assuming that she is a beneficiary, you complete the land registry form (the TR1 - I think, but check this with the land registry) and endorse the particulars on the back of the Grant.

No reason why with a decent book you can get from Smiths and some advice from the LR you can't do this yourself.

[buildersmate]

The TR1 is the LR form to transfer land from one proprietor to another.
Perfectly feasible to DIY this - LR produces a Help Sheet to explain what goes in each of the various boxes. The transferee and the person holding the GoR (as transferor) will almost certainly have to complete the physical ID check form - and take proof of ID in person to an LR Office. Solicitors undertaking conveyancing on behalf of clients don't have to do this bit.

[Misky]

There is a specific form, AS1 (form of assent), otherwise as previous posts. The Land REgistry registration form will also need be accompanied by a copy of the Grant.

[Ankou]

many thanks for your answers.

i am fairly ok with the idea of diy for this, so will investigate further. the solicitor wanted £350+vat.