I need a clearance certificate for a deceased estate for which am the executor. My name is also on the certificate of title. As per the ATO website I should apply for the clearance certificate using my name and TFN. But what is I own a few other properties? Shouldn't the certificate be issued to the deceased person's name? How will ATO match the dots.
Any response is appreciated.
Thanks
Shouldn't the certificate be issued to the deceased person's name?
No - they cannot sell the property because they are not there anymore.
But what is I own a few other properties?
Not relevant - the clearance cert is for you as executor only.
Shouldn't the certificate be issued to the deceased person's name?
No - they cannot sell the property because they are not there anymore.
But what is I own a few other properties?
Not relevant - the clearance cert is for you as executor only.
Thanks Bruce.
I understand how it works now - while applying I need to give my TFN/ABN, my DOB, contact details etc. Under the individual details section - Title should be "As executor for" and give the deceased person's full name. In that way the certificate will be issued "My name As executor for Deceased.
Just an update - ATO rejected the above application and advised to apply it again in the Executor's name (Example - Miss Name). No need to put "As Trustee for " and the deceased name on it.
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