Assets and debts
This section has information about gathering details of the deceased's estate, including their assets (property and money) and debts.
Working out assets and debts
After someone dies, the executor or next of kin will need to make certain enquiries to find out about the assets and debts of the deceased.
For more information, see
Working out assets and debts.
Superannuation
Superannuation is dealt with separately from the deceased person's estate. The superannuation fund will make a decision about who is entitled to receive superannuation benefits.
For more information, see
Superannuation.
Notifying the bank
As an executor or next of kin you must contact the financial institution to notify them of the death of the account holder.
For more information, see
Notifying the bank.