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Did the person who died own a property?
Including any property in their name, even if jointly owned.
Were there savings, investments, or other assets?
Bank accounts, shares, pensions, or valuables above a few thousand pounds.
Was there a will?
Even if you're not sure where it is, knowing one exists can change the process.
This can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to figure it out alone. A probate specialist can walk you through the next steps — no obligation, no pressure.
That's one less thing to worry about. If anything changes or you'd like a quick confirmation, a specialist can put your mind at rest.
Many families don't have all the information straight away — that's completely normal. A quick chat with a specialist can help you understand what applies to your situation.
What the probate process looks like
Apply for Grant of Probate
Collect assets & close accounts
Pay debts & tax
Distribute the estate
A specialist handles all of this for you.
Trusted by thousands of families across the UK
You probably don't need to pay for the funeral yourself
The estate will likely go through probate, which means the funeral costs can be paid from the estate. You need a probate specialist to make this happen.
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Probate might not be needed
That means the funeral costs probably can't be covered this way. But every situation is different — a quick chat can confirm.
We need a bit more info
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Debbie Bennett Funeral Directors' Bootle branch is located at 10 The Crescent, Bootle, Liverpool, and is part of a family-run independent funeral business with over 25 years of dedicated service across Merseyside. The company was founded by Debbie Bennett, who has been recognised as Business Person of the Year and Best Funeral Directors in Knowsley, and is now joined by her daughter Gemma, who became a qualified Funeral Director in 2018. Together, along with family members including Debbie's sister Wendy, nephew Carl, and nieces Joanne and Terri Ann — all NAFD qualified — they provide heartfelt, compassionate care to the communities they serve.
The Bootle branch offers a full range of funeral services, available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The team is committed to providing a personal yet professional service, guiding families through every step of the funeral arrangement process with care and sensitivity. Funeral packages range from direct cremation to more personalised services, ensuring that families of all needs and budgets are supported.
Debbie Bennett Funeral Directors is also deeply embedded in the local community, contributing to cancer research, providing defibrillators to local schools and clubs, and supporting various charitable initiatives across Merseyside. The company's ethos of compassionate care extends even to the use of therapy dogs to comfort grieving families during difficult times.
"Services provided was outstanding, 100% recommend"
— L amelia
"From start to finish they were professional courteous and nothing was too much for them"
— claire farmiloe
"From start to finish the compassion, care dignity shown from a fabulous team of staff"
— Angela Fox
"They made a very difficult time a little easier because they are so efficient and flexible"
— Julie Powell (about Terrianne, Joanne)
"They treated my wife with respect and dignity and made such a difficult time so much easier for the family"
— claire farmiloe
"Thankyou so much to joanne wendy and terrianne for all your help and support arrangeing our mums funeral... they are lovely compassionate people nothing is too much trouble thankyou girls for making our mums final journey so special"
— Debbie Stanley (about Joanne, Wendy, Terrianne)
Debbie Bennett
Proprietor / Funeral Director
With over 25 years of experience in the funeral industry, Debbie is the founder and proprietor of Debbie Bennett Funera…
Gemma Bennett
Qualified Funeral Director
Gemma joined her mother Debbie in 2018 and is a qualified Funeral Director, bringing compassion and expertise as the ne…
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Ready to speak to someone? A free, no-obligation call can help you understand the next steps.
If anything has changed, a quick call with a specialist can confirm.
A quick call with a specialist can help you figure out what applies.
Question of 3
Did the person who died own a property?
Including any property in their name, even if jointly owned.
Were there savings, investments, or other assets?
Bank accounts, shares, pensions, or valuables above a few thousand pounds.
Was there a will?
Even if you're not sure where it is, knowing one exists can change the process.
This can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to figure it out alone. A probate specialist can walk you through the next steps — no obligation, no pressure.
That's one less thing to worry about. If anything changes or you'd like a quick confirmation, a specialist can put your mind at rest.
Many families don't have all the information straight away — that's completely normal. A quick chat with a specialist can help you understand what applies to your situation.
What the probate process looks like
Apply for Grant of Probate
Collect assets & close accounts
Pay debts & tax
Distribute the estate
A specialist handles all of this for you.
Trusted by thousands of families across the UK
You probably don't need to pay for the funeral yourself
The estate will likely go through probate, which means the funeral costs can be paid from the estate. You need a probate specialist to make this happen.
Sail Probate · Fixed fees, nothing upfront
Probate might not be needed
That means the funeral costs probably can't be covered this way. But every situation is different — a quick chat can confirm.
We need a bit more info
Don't worry — lots of people aren't sure at this stage. A quick chat can work out whether the funeral costs can be covered.
Want to talk it through?
Free, no obligation.
Want to check with a specialist?
Free, no obligation.
Want to find out for sure?
Free, no obligation.
Sail Probate · Trusted by thousands of families
A specialist will call you soon
Free, no-obligation advice from Sail Probate
What happens next
Request received
Just now
A specialist reviews your details
Within 1 hour
You'll receive a call
Within 24 hours
Lines open now Lines open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm · 0808 196 0258
Result saved
If you need help later, call Sail Probate free:
Lines open now Lines open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm · 0808 196 0258
We'll give you a call
A Sail Probate specialist will talk you through everything and answer any questions.
Interested in: We handle everything (£6,000)
Interested in: Just the probate application (£1,000)
Lines open now Lines open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm · 0808 196 0258
No problem
If you'd like to talk about probate or funeral costs, call Sail Probate free:
Lines open now Lines open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm · 0808 196 0258
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