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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
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We need a bit more info
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Maunders Funeral Service was founded in 2014.
Our dedicated teams at our Paignton funeral home are committed to creating tailored funerals that reflect the unique life of your loved one.
We can be contacted 24 hours a day, by telephone, and are here to discuss your needs. Or if you prefer, we can visit your home to discuss funeral arrangements.
"My late husband would have been very proud with his send off. Mark checked in to see if there was anything I needed — an amazing team in difficult times."
— Marie Shute (about Mark)
"The team at Maunders basically turned a very stressful and emotional time into a great celebration of my Dad's life."
— IAN PICKARD (about Mark)
"Nothing was too much trouble, Kathryn always allowed us as much time as was needed. After care has also been excellent with contact and support given to all of us. We couldn't have had better people helping us at such a difficult time."
— catherine willis (about Kathryn)
"They treated my nan with such dignity and respect, and they truly gave her the beautiful send-off she deserved. Nothing was ever too much trouble, and they supported me every step of the way. From the bottom of my heart, thank you."
— Whitney Sore
"Even made us laugh at the most distressing time of our lives. All the time in the world and nothing any trouble, makes it like it's not his 'job' — actually feels like he cares!"
— Dee Simmonds (about Mark)
"Kathryn even went on a Sunday course to learn how to do hand casting, so she could get it right for me. She did an amazing job, now I can hold mums hand forever. These little things mean so much, and nothing is too much trouble for these wonderful ladies."
— Elaine Turner (about Kathryn)
Kathryn
Funeral Arranger
"Nothing was too much trouble and they could not be faulted at any stage. The celebrant Sharon was patient and interacte…"
Kathryn
Funeral Arranger
"Kathryn even went on a Sunday course to learn how to do hand casting, so she could get it right for me. She did an amaz…"
Mark Carr
Funeral Director
"My late husband would have been very proud with his send off. Mark checked in to see if there was anything I needed. Th…"
Mark Carr
Funeral Director
Mark and his team are described as most helpful, with a professional manner that makes the whole process easier. He is …
Mark Carr
Funeral Director
"The team at Maunders basically turned a very stressful and emotional time into a great celebration of my Dad's life. Ma…"
Mark Carr
Funeral Director
"Even made us laugh at the most distressing time of our lives. All the time in the world and nothing any trouble, makes …"
Dee Simmonds
a month ago
Absolutely would recommend this company, made everything personal and special for my husband and our kids dad, from beginning to after end! I don’t think you could improve at all…. SPOT ON FOR US AS A FAMILY * EVEN MADE US LAUGH AT THE MOST DISTRESSING TIME OF OUR LIVES* Gotto praise Mark the most!! All the time in the world and nothing any trouble, makes it like it’s not his “job” actually feels like he cares! Really lovely man! Andy would really get on like house on fire with him so that made it special!! THANK YOU MARK
IAN PICKARD
3 months ago
Very Professional and friendly team from initial contact, Kathryn was very supportive and empathetic. Mark provided an exemplary service, planning every detail with such care and attention to match our exact requirements. Alison the celebrant provided much insightful support and delivered the eulogy and guided the service with grace and empathy. The team at Maunders basically turned a very stressful and emotional time into a great celebration of my Dads life.
catherine willis
5 months ago
We want to thank Kathryn and Mark at Maunders Funeral services in Paignton, for taking such great care of Mum and for providing such care, attention and kindness to us throughout the whole arranging of Mums care and funeral service. The support Kathryn and Mark have offered us as a family has been outstanding. When arranging the funeral we mostly liaised with Kathryn, who was simply lovely. If we had queries when she wasn't available, Mark was able to answer them. Communication was excellent. Responses to queries were always dealt with thoroughly and swiftly, with personal touches throughout. Nothing was too much trouble, Kathryn always allowed us as much time as was needed whether in person or on the phone and email queries were also responded to with very quickly The service itself went very smoothly, Mark and his team took care of everything, reducing the stress on what was a very difficult day. The recommended celebrant Michelle was also a perfect fit for us and she provided a beautiful service. After care has also been excellent with contact and support given to all of us. We would highly recommend using Maunders Funeral Services; we couldn't have had better people helping us at such a difficult time
Whitney Sore
6 months ago
I cannot thank the team at Maunders in Paignton enough for the incredible care, kindness, and support they showed me while arranging my amazing nan’s service. During such a difficult and emotional time, they went above and beyond to make everything as smooth and comforting as possible. Their compassion, professionalism, and attention to every little detail meant the world to me . They treated my nan with such dignity and respect, and they truly gave her the beautiful send-off she deserved. Nothing was ever too much trouble, and they supported me every step of the way. From the bottom of my heart, thank you for your patience, kindness, and the amazing service you provided. It brought so much comfort to me and my family, and we will always be grateful
Chloe Wood
5 months ago
Just wanted to pop on and leave a comment for Kathryn in maunders in Paignton - I called her last minute on Friday evening regarding some memorial cards, she sent me an email instantly and by Monday morning had ordered them with an urgent request - by Monday evening she had emailed me a copy and made sure I was happy with them before we went ahead. she was absolutely lovely to be around, could have spent hours talking to her.
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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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