Virginia Inventory for Decedent's Estate is a document used to identify assets owned by a decedent at the time of their death. The inventory is filed with the estate and becomes part of the public record. It is important for the executor of the estate to accurately list all the decedent's assets, as this will determine how the assets are distributed and how applicable taxes are paid. There are two types of Virginia Inventory for Decedent's Estate. The first type is a Preliminary Inventory. This inventory is filed with the court within 90 days of the decedent's death and includes all assets owned by the decedent at the time of death, including real estate, tangible personal property, intangible assets, and life insurance policies. The second type is a Final Inventory. This inventory is filed with the court at the conclusion of the estate administration and includes all assets that were distributed to the heirs or beneficiaries of the estate. The Virginia Inventory for Decedent's Estate is an important document that must be accurately completed in order to properly settle the decedent's estate.