Frequently asked questions - personal representatives (executors)

Do HM Revenue & Customs Trusts offices deal with the deceased's final affairs?
I have become a personal representative (executor) what do I do now?
Which tax office should I contact?
How do I settle the deceased's tax affairs up to the date of death?
How do I settle a student loan repayment?
Should I contact the tax office or will they contact me?
What is the administration period and when does it end?
Do HM Revenue & Customs Trusts offices deal with administration periods?
How do I know what is administration period income and what is trust income?
What happens when I wind up the estate?
What rate of income tax will I pay as personal representative?
Will I be liable to capital gains tax?