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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
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"If I could have given ten stars I would. I cannot rate Holmes & Family high enough. Thank you so much to Sharon, Oliver, Dane and the whole team for making such a sad time bearable."
— Mandy Gunner (about Sharon)
"Felt totally at ease from the initial meeting right up until the day of the funeral. No pressure to have anything but what we wanted. On the actual day it ran like clockwork. We were treated with respect and kindness."
— Karen Lowe
"Sharon organised flowers that were perfect, and made it possible to have a funeral before Christmas, when I thought we might be waiting into the new year. Oliver, the funeral director, was wonderful on the day, dignified, calm and really helpful. You really did a good job for our family."
— Andrew Tatarek (about Sharon)
"Oliver rang the day before to explain how the day would progress, checking timings and making sure we were all OK with the arrangements. On the day Oliver and his team were professional and respectful. We weren't rushed in any way. We are all grateful to Oliver and team for making a difficult day easier."
— Kay Abraham (about Oliver)
"A very upsetting time was made more bearable due to all their dignified and detailed efforts which did not go unnoticed. A special thank you to Sharon who was always available to help and made the whole experience seamless. Their compassion and guidance will not be forgotten."
— Maria Lezana (about Sharon)
"Holmes & Family provided me and my family with the utmost care and support during a very sad and emotional time. Lisa is a lovely lady, always so kind and caring and was able to answer any questions and provide support and guidance at all times. Special thanks to you all for being so compassionate, caring, helpful and professional during such a difficult time and for providing such a personal service."
— Jane Shirley (about Lisa)
Jane Shirley
7 months ago
Holmes & Family provided me and my family with the utmost care and support during a very sad and emotional time. The whole team are incredibly helpful and kind and nothing was too much trouble. Lisa is a lovely lady , always so kind and caring and was able to answer any questions and provide support and guidance at all times when needed. The service was beautifully conducted . It was led by Oliver who ensured that everyone was cared for and that the service was exactly what we wished for allowing as much time needed at all times. Special thanks to you all for being so compassionate ,caring helpful and professional during such a difficult time and for providing such a personal service .
Karen Lowe
a year ago
I used Holmes for my father's funeral on the 7th February. Highly recommend the company. Felt totally at ease from the initial meeting right up until the day of the funeral. Professional but caring. Everything was explained in detail and nothing was too much trouble. No pressure to have anything but what we wanted. Helpful and honest advice was given. On the actual day it ran like clockwork. Was a beautiful service and we were treated with respect and kindness. Would not hesistate to use them again.
Kay Abraham
a year ago
Funeral for T/L Hazel Burgin 29/11/2024 I would like to express how kind & helpful everyone was at Holmes &:Family Aldershot. From our first meeting with Sharon who was sympathetic & explained everything fully, she sorted most things taking the pressure off ,keeping us informed with everything & responding quickly with queries.She also made sure all music was the correct version to be played . Oliver and his team were amazing ,Oliver rang the day before to explain how the day would progress, checking timings & making sure we were all OK with the arrangements. On the day of the funeral Oliver & his team were professionall & respectful ,assisting us & kept the day running smoothly. We had a lot of the mourners telling us how smart they all were. We weren't rushed in any way We are all grateful to Oliver & team for making a difficult day easier Raymond, Ian,Kay,Mark,Jaiden & Grace
Maria Lezana
2 years ago
Holmes and Family recently took care of the funeral arrangements for my late father in law, I would personally like to thank the whole team for their kind, thoughtful and professional service. A very upsetting time was made more bearable due to all their dignified and detailed efforts which did not go unnoticed. A special thank you to Sharon who was always available to help and made the whole experience seamless, from our first meeting where she explained what needed to be done and assisted with the decision making. Their compassion and guidance will not be forgotten. Maria and Murphy family
Andrew Tatarek
5 years ago
Sharon was very helpful in explaining options, and while she offered things, I never felt under any pressure, which was great. She organised flowers that were perfect, and made it possible to have a funeral before Christmas, when I thought we might be waiting into the new year. Oliver, the funeral director, was wonderful on the day, dignified, calm and really helpful. Thank you, you really did a good job for our family.
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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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