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Death of A Property Owner

The death of a loved one can be a life-changing and traumatic event. Settling affairs after a death should be straightforward. That is why the Assessor's Office has created this guide for you. This is not a manual on how to settle all of a loved one's affairs, but it includes a few important things that need to be done if your loved one owned real property in Tulare County.

Please click below to download the following information sheets:

Death of a Property Owner

Notify the Assessor
Inheriting Property
Frequently Asked Questions

Reporting requirements when a real property owner dies (BOE info sheet): This information sheet from the State Board of Equalization's Taxpayers' Rights Advocate Office outlines essential steps related to property taxes when the deceased owned real property in California.

Property tax savings: Transfers after a cotenant's death (BOE info sheet): Did you know that a cotenant who inherits the other cotenant’s share of their home upon death is exempt from reassessment?