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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.
Want to talk it through?
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Want to check with a specialist?
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Interested in: We handle everything (£6,000)
Interested in: Just the probate application (£1,000)
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If you'd like to talk about probate or funeral costs, call Sail Probate free:
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Raymond Massey and Son Funeral Directors was founded in 1987.
Our dedicated teams at our Dukinfield 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’
"A massive thank you to all at Raymond Massey especially Pauline and Katy who both had a lovely manner and did a superb job. Thanks to them the funeral went like clockwork. We wouldn't hesitate to recommend them."
— Audrey Mellin (about Pauline and Katy)
"Amy was caring, compassionate and very professional. Everything was explained clearly and excellent advice throughout. On the day, Sam and his colleagues were the perfect team to help us through this."
— Mark Clegg (about Amy and Sam)
"Amy and Sam Massey are a sister and brother team who run the business, and together they offer a genuinely warm and caring service. In communication with them, it is clear that they always do their very best to make sure everything goes right for their customers, at a time when people are most in need of it to do so."
— Andrea Wren (about Amy and Sam)
"I knew that mum was being cared for by people who treated her the way they would treat their own family member. Amy and Sam gave us peace of mind during a distressing time and guided us through the process with confidence and consideration at all times."
— Susan Rogers (about Amy and Sam)
"You and your team were brilliant taking care of my Son Stephen. As a family we had never ever had to deal with a funeral and we had no idea what to do, you put us at so much ease, making what seemed to be so complicated easy and stress free. I can't thank you enough for everything you did to make my son's send off special."
— Sheila Richardson (about Amy and Sam)
"We lost our Son Andrew. Kerry handled everything with care and compassion as we were very upset, nothing was too much trouble. She supervised the viewing of our Son in their Chapel of Rest with great care and understanding of how we would feel. When we were leaving she hugged us both. She rang to check on us several times later to see if we were ok."
— Robert Baldwin (about Kerry Swan)
robert baldwin
a month ago
Recently We lost our Son Andrew, We got in touch with Raymond Massey to discuss funeral arrangements, there we met Kerry Swan, a lovely Lady who helped my Wife and I choose how we wanted our Son to be buried. She handled everything with care and compassion as we were very upset, nothing was too much trouble. She also supervised the viewing of our Son in their Chapel of Rest with great care and understanding of how we would feel. When we were leaving she hugged us both. She rang to check on us several times later to see if we were ok.The whole process was handled in a very satisfactory way. This Lady is an asset to her profession and we would recommend anyone to Massey & Son Funeral Directors. Rob & Sue.
Leigh Clifton
10 months ago
Excellent, professional service who we would highly recommend. Raymond Massey arranged my sister Jean's Funeral and from start to finish I could not fault them! Hopefully we won't need you again for a while though.
Audrey Mellin
6 months ago
A massive thank you to all at Raymond Massey especially Pauline & Katy who both had a lovely manner and did a superb job. Thanks to them the funeral went like clockwork. We wouldn't hesitate to recommend them. Kind regards, Gordon & Audrey Mellin
sheila richardson
4 years ago
Amy and Sam - usually when writing a review its easy, but this is the hardest one ever- you and your team were brilliant taking care of my Son Stephen. As a family we had never ever had to deal with a funeral and we had no idea what to do, you put us at so much ease, making what seemed to be so complicated easy and stress free. The total professionalism of Raymond Massey was outstanding, and I can't thank you enough for everything you did to make my sons send off special.
Mark Clegg
2 years ago
Excellent service from the 1st minute of contact. Was such a difficult time for my family and Amy was caring , compassionate and very professional. Everything was explained clearly and excellent advice throughout. On the day, Sam and his collegues were the perfect team to help us through this. I have no hesitation in recommending this company 100%.
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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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