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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
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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John Nodes Funeral Services in North Kensington is situated on Cricklewood Broadway. We first started in 1828 and have been arranging funerals for over 185 years.
Our experienced and caring team will advise and support you at every stage of the funeral planning process, with a wide range of options and transparent pricing.
"Nothing was too much trouble. My brother wanted to be totally involved with everything and all the team respected that. As a family we would definitely recommend them."
— Maria Steel (about Bernadette)
"They are thoughtful, kind, knowledgeable and take the burden of the arrangements off your shoulders. You will not be disappointed if you entrust your beloved family in their more than capable hands."
— anne davies (about Bernadette)
"Bernadette the funeral director put us at ease straight away. She was genuinely interested in hearing about our brother. She did not rush us in making our choices. Thank you for making a difficult day a bit easier for us."
— Kitty Jackson (about Bernadette)
"I had to bury my mum followed by my dad. She helped me all the way as I was overwhelmed with it all. Shaun was such a lovely kind person who went above and beyond his role. They were exceptional."
— Maria (about Bernadette)
"After our first meeting we felt that we really were in safe hands. We honestly can't thank John Nodes enough for helping us to make sure that the last thing we could do for my mum was done perfectly."
— Ellen Morrissey (about Bernadette)
"You made something which is really difficult to deal with perfect and easy for us at an unimaginably tragic time. Thank you from all of the Martins family."
— ricardo martins (about Bernadette)
Maria
7 months ago
Bernadette at Kensil Rise was both sympathetic and professional throughout. I had to bury my mum followed by my dad...She helped me all the way as I was overwhelmed with it all. Amazing lady. Also Shaun was such a lovely kind person who went above and beyond his role. They were exceptional. Nonox
ricardo martins
7 months ago
Bernadette what an amazing lady you are. Honest, sympathetic, understanding and genuinely caring. You are credit to the company you work for. Thank you for all of your help and patience with us. You made something which is really difficult to deal with perfect and easy for us at an unimaginably tragic time. Thank you from all of the Martins family x x
Eli Jones
2 months ago
I dealt with Georgie. She was kind and helpful with my requirements and provided all the information I needed. Shane was very kind and helpful on the day of the service. Everything went as planned. Thanknyou
anne davies
3 months ago
One of the best funeral services, ever. They are thoughtful, kind, knowledgeable and takes the burden of the arrangements off your shoulders. Bernadette was amazing. The funeral director, Shaun, and great too. You will not be disappointed if you entrust your beloved family in their more than capable hands.
Maria Steel
4 years ago
Bernadette and her team provided us with a fantastic service when we had to arrange the funeral of our mother. Nothing was too much trouble, Bernadette was very courteous, compassionate and very professional and we will be forever grateful for her help. My brother wanted to be totally involved with everything and all the team respected that. Thank you to Sam and her team who made the actual day of the funeral run smoothly. As a family we would definitely recommend them. Elizabeth
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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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