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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.
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.
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Interested in: Just the probate application (£1,000)
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"Helen went above and beyond to make sure we felt supported and informed throughout the entire process. I would highly recommend their services to anyone in need."
— KF LISS (about Helen)
"Kirsty done a fantastic job for my dad's funeral. Nothing was too much trouble, she was very considerate at all times."
— angela mellor (about Kirsty)
"Paula and Kirsty made me and my family feel at ease throughout this difficult time. They are both super lovely and friendly with a professional manner. They will certainly go above and beyond for you."
— Skye Smith (about Paula)
"Paula went above and beyond making sure dad's ashes were delivered on time and sorting out a wooden urn and plaque at short notice. She goes above and beyond to help the relatives at an especially sad and vulnerable time."
— Louise Phillips (about Paula)
"Dawn went that extra mile to make sure that it was just perfect. She is the most kind caring person I got to meet, she really looked after my family and my dad. Everyone at the co op funeral home went above and beyond for my dad and my family, you are all amazing."
— amy ochalek (about Dawn)
"Helen was able to see us on the very same day I called, and from that moment she guided us step by step with warmth, kindness, and genuine compassion. Her care made an unbearable situation a little easier, and we are deeply grateful for everything she did for us."
— KF LISS (about Helen)
KF LISS
4 months ago
I cannot thank this funeral directors enough for the exceptional support we received. Helen, in particular, was a true comfort during an incredibly sad and distressing time in our lives. She was able to see us on the very same day I called, and from that moment she guided us step by step with warmth, kindness, and genuine compassion. Helen went above and beyond to make sure we felt supported and informed throughout the entire process. Her care made an unbearable situation a little easier, and we are deeply grateful for everything she did for us. I would highly recommend their services to anyone in need.
angela mellor
a year ago
Kirsty done a fantastic job for my dads funeral. Nothing was too much trouble,she was very considerate at all time. Brilliant service
Skye Smith
2 years ago
I can’t recommend the co op funeral home in shepshed enough. Big shout out to Paula and Kirsty for making me and my family feel at ease throughout this difficult time. They are both super lovely and friendly with a professional manner. They will certainly go above and beyond for you.
amy ochalek
2 years ago
Dawn was fantastic in arranging my dad's funeral, she went above and beyond, because we needed an early date cause my was having twins, she went that extra mile to make sure that it was just perfect, she is most kind caring person I got to meet, she really looked after my family and my dad. I also wanted to thank Angela who was my dad's funeral director she really looked after us on the day of my dad's funeral, everyone at the co op funeral home went above and beyond for my dad and my family, you are all amazing, I also wanted to say thank you to Andrew who washed and dressed my dad when he was at coalvile, you made him look so beautiful thank you so much. Your all amazing.
Louise Phillips
3 years ago
Paula was fantastic organising my dads funeral the care, compassion and her attention to detail was Fantastic. Paula went above and beyond Making sure dads ashes was delivered on time and sorting out a wooden urn and plaque at short notice for the burying of dads ashes. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend the co op funeral services at Shepshed especially Paula as she goes above and beyond to help the relatives at an especially sad and vulnerable time. Thank you Paula from us all.
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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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