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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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"Ambler Brothers staff were immensely helpful and sensitive and the funeral was conducted in an exemplary way and entirely in accordance with our wishes."
— Geoff Barnbrook
"From my first visit to make arrangements I found the staff to be supportive, considerate and compassionate. I was put at ease at every stage of the process."
— Patricia Hodges
"From the very first contact they take the stress out of a very sad occasion. They take excellent care of you and your loved one and want to make the funeral as personal and special as you want."
— Joan Blackham
"They managed to take all the stress and headache of us and took control. I would highly recommend Ambler Brothers and would like to say yet again a big thank you for your care and kindness."
— Paul Gibbs (about Janet and Celia)
"We truly appreciated your guidance and kindness during this difficult time. Your attention to detail and support made the challenging process much more bearable. We deeply value all you've done and the invaluable guidance you provided throughout."
— Cheryl Rabone (about Caroline)
"I would like to say a personal thank you to Caroline who was a tower of strength to me. A truly outstanding professional company who I would highly recommend."
— Patricia Hodges (about Caroline)
Joan Blackham
a month ago
I’ve used Amblers twice now and they were wonderful each time. From the very first contact they take the stress out of a very sad occasion. They take excellent care of you and your loved one and want to make the funeral as personal and special as you want. They are kind and efficient and kept me well informed. I hope I don’t have to but I would use them again.
Cheryl Rabone
11 months ago
We recently used Ambler Brothers funeral directors for the death of our late son Dean Rabone. We would like to thank all the staff and in particular Caroline. We truly appreciated your guidance and kindness during this difficult time. Your attention to detail and support made the challenging process much more bearable. We deeply value all you’ve done and the invaluable guidance you provided throughout. Thanks Margaret & Brian Rabone & family
Geoff Barnbrook
a year ago
Ambler Brothers staff were immensely helpful and sensitive and the funeral was conducted in an exemplary way and entirely in accordance with our wishes.
Linda Core
a year ago
I recently used amblers to sort the funeral of my dad who passed 23rd March the whole procedure was lovely we spoke to Lynne who arranged the date of funeral we were sorting a good 2 hours the flowers which was outstanding as Lynne was leaving to work at another branch Caroline took over again very helpful and polite however I do feel things could of been ran over what was discussed with Lynne the pastor Joan wow what a lovely person to do dads service she was amazing the only reason I’m giving 3 star which otherwise would of deserved higher is the fact dads ashes was placed in a Birmingham city council bag wrapped up we was not made aware of this and understand that this information could of been missed hence I would of appreciated Caroline confirming to us as to how ashes would come and be presented this however caused my mom further grief and upset when collected and mom did not sleep at all that night if collection crying uncontrollably of thinking her beloved husband of 57 years was in a council packaging. I honestly think to buy an urn in preparation so can be collected with comfort. however saying that they were lovely for dad although please note the photos of the blue bag is not amblers fault it’s from the cemetery and this is the case for all funeral directors my only issue is I wish I was pre warned as mom was so upset and I had to wrap the parcel in dads shirt as seeing the way dad was placed upset further so my suggestion is when dealing with the send off for loved ones please arrange the urn to be collected in I would not want anyone to go through the upset we did as it looks they promoted a product and not dealt with a love one
Patricia Hodges
5 years ago
I would like to say a big thank you to Ambler Brothers for arranging the recent funeral of my late husband. From my first visit to make arrangements I found the staff to be supportive, considerate and compassionate. I was put at easy at every stage of the process. Ambler Brothers certainly made an emotional time as stress free as they could. I would like to say a personal thank you to Caroline who was a tower of strength to me. A truly outstanding professional company who I would highly recommend.
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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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