The family home
If the deceased owned a home, funds from the sale of it must be used to pay off any debts secured over the home first, such as a mortgage. If there is any equity left over once that is done, it will then be used to pay off ordinary unsecured debts such as credit cards and loans and then the beneficiaries of the estate. Estates dealing with property should be referred to a solicitor.
Where the property is in joint names, seek expert advice.