If an owner dies
This content applies to England only.
Housing laws vary between England and Scotland. Get advice relating to Scotland
If you live with the owner of your home and they die, your rights will depend on whether your name is also on the title deeds and/ or whether the person left a will or not. If there is no will, special rules of intestacy will apply. This situation can be complicated - you'll probably need help from a solicitor.
Checking the title deeds
If a family member who has died owned your home (either jointly or solely) you will need to check the title deeds to work out your rights.
Checking the will
This page explains how to find out whether there is a Will and how it might affect your rights if the person who owned your home dies.
Rules of intestacy
This page explains the rules of intestacy, which will determine whether or not you have any rights to your home if the owner has died without making a will.
