RICS accredited Probate Valuations
in Norwich and Norfolk
Professional House Contents Probate Valuations in Norwich and Norfolk £150+VAT | Fast Turnaround
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Expert Probate Valuation Services for Executors and Solicitors
When you're dealing with probate, you need accurate, compliant valuations of house contents that HMRC will accept without question. Mander Auctions provides RICS-accredited probate valuations for chattels (house contents) across Norwich and Norfolk.
We specialise in valuing antiques, furniture, art, jewellery, collectables, cars and all household contents for inheritance tax purposes. Unlike general house clearance companies, we're qualified RICS Chartered Auctioneers with decades of experience accurately valuing items for probate.
Most house contents probate valuations: £150+VAT Guaranteed delivery within 9 working days, fully compliant with Section 160 of the 1984 Inheritance Tax Act.
We also offer a full or part house clearance service and can sell items at auction from the estate as well.
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I am happy to recommend Mander Auctioneers. They recently provided a probate valuation report for me and also auctioned household items and carried out a house clearance. I found Dylan Mander very professional and his team helpful.
Manders auctioneers have been brilliant, I wouldn't hesitate in recommending them. Dylan and his team have been so respectful and caring in what was quite an emotional time. They have kept me fully informed with the process at all stages.
Once again, many thanks.
I brought in several mixed lots from a deceased family member, and the team discovered a gold sovereign I had no idea was there. Their honesty and professionalism were outstanding.
Significant valuations
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Why do I need a formal valuation for HMRC? A: Under Section 160 of the Inheritance Tax Act 1984, executors are legally required to provide an "open market" valuation of a deceased person's estate. While a rough estimate might be acceptable for very low-value estates, HMRC expects a professional valuation for most estates to ensure accurate tax calculations. Because our valuations comply with strict RICS "Red Book" standards, using Mander Auctions helps protect you from personal liability and drastically reduces the risk of HMRC challenging the figures you submit.
Q: What happens to the contents of the house after the valuation? A: Once you have received your formal probate valuation document and probate is granted, the next step is usually preparing the property for sale or returning it to a landlord. To make this process as seamless as possible, we offer a comprehensive house clearance service. Our team will respectfully and efficiently clear the entire property, or as much of it as you would like emptied, saving you the physical and emotional strain during a difficult time. We are happy to do as much of the clearing as you would like, whether that is just emptying a few rooms or the entire property. We can even push a hoover round after we're done, leaving the property ready to be sold or returned, if you would like us to.
Q: Can you help sell the valuable items found at the property? A: Absolutely. Because we are professional auctioneers, our service goes far beyond a standard house clearance. If we identify saleable items during the valuation or clearance process, we can securely transport them directly to our Norwich auction rooms. Selling these assets at auction ensures the estate achieves true open-market value for the beneficiaries, and the proceeds can often be used to offset or entirely cover the costs of the house clearance. A Note for Executors: We highly recommend speaking with us before removing, selling, or throwing away any items from the property. Disposing of assets prior to a formal valuation can complicate your legal responsibilities and reporting to HMRC, as well as potentially losing out on getting the correct value of those items.
Q: What are the current value thresholds for Inheritance Tax and household items? A: For the 2026/27 tax year, the standard Inheritance Tax threshold (the nil-rate band) is £325,000, though other allowances may apply depending on the estate. When it comes to the general contents of a house (known legally as 'chattels'), HMRC dictates that any single item—such as a piece of jewellery, a specific antique, or a collection—with an estimated value over £1,500 must be itemised separately on the IHT 400 form. Our expert valuers are trained to spot and accurately appraise these specific high-value items so you remain fully compliant.
📞 Not ready for a probate valuation just yet? Call our team for a confidential chat about the process and your options: 01603 854225