The article discusses the existence of 86 unclaimed estates in Lewisham that belong to the Crown as ownerless properties, primarily due to individuals dying without a will and lacking identifiable relatives. The Treasury Solicitor's data reveals that such estates must be claimed within a 12-year timeframe after being taken into possession by the Crown. Additionally, estates predating 1997 may be subject to claims for up to 30 years, although claims beyond the initial period will not accrue interest. This situation presents an opportunity for potential claimants to inherit substantial amounts.
In Lewisham, there are 86 unclaimed estates that have passed to the Crown as ownerless property—often due to no will or family members to inherit.
Estates can be claimed within a 12-year deadline, starting from when the Crown took possession. Claims for estates before 1997 may be valid for up to 30 years.
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