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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.
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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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Interested in: We handle everything (£6,000)
Interested in: Just the probate application (£1,000)
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Julia ann Vanston
a year ago
Smiths estate agents were professional kind and very helpful. We cannot thank Natalie enough for helping in our search. Thankyou . Highly recommend
Peter
3 years ago
The worst. We rented our property in Marshfield uusing them as agents. OK we received our rent as landlords. Over 4 years, a total of 2 photographs of our property ( taken by the tenant ?). Tenant left to arrange repairs. No proper reports of the condition of our property. Obstructive when trying to transfer to a different letting agent. Tried to charge us " leaving fees " that where made up, and not part of our agreement with them. As a contrast we have a second property we let in Dorchester, the agents there send us six monthly reports etc etc. Avoid avoid avoid.
A K
4 years ago
Would not recommend, see below: - Issue 1 : On Friday we requested a viewing for a new property which had just been listed. We were informed the earliest day we could view the property would be the Monday, however, got a call Monday am telling me the property had an offer accepted on Saturday... - Issue 2 : Was assured if the property was fall through then we would be contacted...property sale fell through 4-6 weeks later and was relisted however, no-one contacted us. - Issue 3 : After being relisted I called the agent to get a viewing booked asap which was Friday afternoon. Was informed by the sales agent we should submit our offer on Monday, however, we decided to offer late Friday evening as we loved the property. Only to be called Saturday morning to be told an offer had been accepted on late Friday.... I'm not sure what the issue with the company is but taking a step back it seems if you don't "look the part" or you are from a certain background which doesn't fit the area there is no chance you will buy a property from this agent despite if you bid higher... as apparently it's not about the money? - Lack of professionalism. - Unable to keep simple commitments - Give misleading information with no accountability. Truly disappointed with the service. Having bought multiple properties from different agents over the years we've never experienced this before. Will not recommend to family or friends (despite even if they "fit the criteria.")
Andrew Hutton
5 years ago
I purchased a number of auction lots from Smiths recently and every part of that transaction has been superb. Their communication and professionalism has been first class and my items arrived very quickly and in super condition. Very well packed. I can highly recommend this auction house and if all auction houses were as good, my life would be a lot easier. Many thanks and well done.
Julien Will
7 years ago
I rented a property through Smiths of Newent December 2016. We moved out in May this year. I have to say that Sally was excellent any issues we had where dealt with promptly. Great communication we enjoyed our stay in Newent before returning to Kuala Lumpur Malaysia.
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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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