British Columbia · Property · Difficulty: Professional guidance often recommended
Change or transfer property title after a death in British Columbia
Use the official land registry guidance and forms for changing ownership after a death. The process depends on how title was held.
Professional guidance often recommended. Consider confirming legal, tax, court, or other professional requirements before acting.
Who usually needs this
- Executor or liquidator
- Surviving joint owner
- Estate lawyer or notary
When to review
Before property sale or distribution
Documents commonly needed
- Death certificate
- Grant or other proof of authority if required
- Current title information
- Land registry forms
Life Steward does not collect or store these documents.
Common issues
- The required filing changes depending on whether the property was held in joint tenancy or by the estate.
- Joint ownership and estate ownership follow different processes. Confirm the registered ownership before preparing forms.
Official sources
- Land Title and Survey Authority: Guides for changing title (Official provincial or territorial source)
- LTSA: Transmit title to a surviving joint tenant (Official provincial or territorial source)
Last reviewed 2026-07-25
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