Short answer
The estate includes property rights and transferable liabilities. Heirs’ liability is generally assessed within the assets received and in proportion to their shares; a different rule applies to joint and several obligations.
Practical example
The deceased leaves an apartment and a loan. Inheriting the apartment does not make the loan irrelevant, but the claim’s basis and amount must be established.
What to do
Obtain loan agreements, mortgage records, the outstanding balance and insurance terms. Distinguish estate debts from your personal guarantee.
Points to consider
Special creditor claim periods and liability limits matter. Do not acknowledge every amount demanded without checking it.
Legal basis
Civil Code of Georgia, Articles 1328, 1484, 1488. Current text: https://matsne.gov.ge/ka/document/view/31702
Information checked on 28 October 2026. The outcome depends on the documents and facts of the individual case.
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