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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
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A local, family owned and run, independent funeral director in Paignton, located in the heart of Torbay and serving the entire surrounding area. Katie and Rob opened the business together in 2020, after buying and completely refurbishing the funeral home.
Professional, experienced care. Offering a first class service at an affordable price.
"They looked after us all and nothing was too much trouble for them. We all could not recommend them highly enough."
— Sherie Fletcher (about Katie & Rob)
"Katie was always very caring and understanding of our needs and we would have no hesitation in highly recommending her services."
— Jonathan Wise (about Katie)
"They made a difficult and painful time a little easier with their calm and professional attention, explaining each step of the way, to help me cope with my loss. I cannot think of anyone more suitable to place my husband's care with."
— Lesley Evans (about Katie & Rob)
"Her kindness and generosity of time made me feel that my brother was in safe hands from the beginning. She went above and beyond to make sure the difficult task of arranging the cremation of my brother went as smoothly as possible."
— David Savage (about Katie)
"I entrusted the care of my late Mother to Katie and Rob knowing they would look after her as if she were their own. My Mother's funeral was simply beautiful, graceful and very fitting for the special lady she was."
— Katie O (about Katie & Rob)
"We went to see Katie and Rob the day after my mum died, almost with intention to shop around different places, but within minutes my family and I knew they were the right people. I gave Katie a vision of quite an unconventional funeral setting and a range of other things on my wish list, Katie and Rob delivered it all. As a family we felt quite a bond with them by the end. Simply couldn't imagine using any other funeral directors, they are a special find in Torbay!"
— George Nimmo (about Katie & Rob)
Lesley Evans
4 months ago
The level of care and support given by Katie and her husband have been amazing. They made a difficult and painful time a little easier with their calm and professional attention, explaining each step of the way, to help me cope with my loss. I cannot think of anyone more suitable to place my husband's care with. I would highly recommend this service.
Jonathan Wise
8 months ago
The level of service and support from Katie and her team from initial contact to the conclusion of the funeral service was excellent. Katie was always very caring and understanding of our needs and we would have no hesitation in highly recommending her services.
Katie O
a year ago
I entrusted the care of my late Mother, Beryl to Katie and Rob knowing they would look after her as if she were their own. From the initial contact till after the funeral, I was kept informed at every step of the way with regards to organisation, choices and the things I hadn't thought about. Nothing was too much trouble for these guys. My Mother's funeral was simply beautiful, graceful and very fitting for the special lady she was. Thank you once again to all of you!
David Savage
2 years ago
From the moment I walked through the door and meet Katie she went above and beyond to make sure the difficult task of arranging the cremation of my brother went as smoothly as possible. I cannot fault the service that she provided. Her kindness and generosity of time made me feel that my brother was in safe hands from the beginning. She always made time to answer any questions that I had. I will be recommending Katie’s funeral services to everyone. I hope I don’t need to call on her services for a while but when I do need a funeral director again I will have no hesitation in going straight to Katie. Thank you Katie
George Nimmo
3 years ago
We went to see Katie and Rob the day after my mum died, almost with intention to shop around different places, but within minutes my family and I knew they were the right people. So compassionate, kind, patient and allowing us all the flexibility in the world. I gave Katie a vision of quite an unconventional funeral setting and a range of other things on my wish list, Katie and Rob delivered it all. Nothing was too much to ask and they really are genuinely lovely people, as a family we felt quite a bond with them by the end. Simply couldn’t imagine using any other funeral directors, they are a special find in Torbay!
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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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