Inheritance guide
Valuing an inherited house in Corsica
The value declared for inheritance purposes leaves heirs accountable to the tax authorities for several years. A documented valuation protects the family.
Market value at the date of death
The inheritance tax return uses the property's market value on the date of death. Undervaluation risks a tax reassessment with late-payment interest and penalties; overvaluation needlessly increases the tax payable. The aim is accuracy, not risky tax planning.
20 % allowance on the main residence
Where the property was the deceased's main residence and remains occupied by the surviving spouse, PACS civil partner or a child who is a minor or under legal protection, a 20 % allowance applies to the declared market value. It must be expressly stated in the inheritance declaration.
Free appraisal or expert valuation for legal use
Our free online valuation gives you an instant price range based on actual transactions. For a contested inheritance, a disputed division of assets or a tax inspection, we prepare a written, dated valuation with supporting reasoning: this is the document that serves as evidence for third parties.
What we do for you
- Analysis based on recorded property transactions (DVF) in the commune, not listings
- Zoning, remaining development potential and condition taken into account
- Written report supplied to the notary on request
- Service within 24 to 72 hours throughout Corsica
Get an inherited property valued
A free, written valuation with supporting evidence, delivered within 24 to 72 hours and suitable for sharing with your notary. A single point of contact for all heirs.
Frequently asked questions
Does the notary carry out the valuation themselves?
The notary may suggest a value, but often relies on the opinion of a property sales professional who knows the local market. The two approaches complement each other, and ours is free for a straightforward estate.
What are the risks of undervaluing a property?
The tax authorities have a statutory reassessment period in which to correct the declared value. The reassessment covers unpaid tax, plus late-payment interest and, in cases of deliberate non-compliance, a 40% penalty.
Do you need several valuations?
Two consistent valuations are generally enough to establish a reliable value. If heirs disagree, a single expert valuation commissioned jointly avoids competing valuations designed to please.