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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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On behalf of the Searson family, welcome and thank you for visiting our page; we hope it provides you with some of the information you may require. The Searson Family Funeral Service is a true family business; we are who we say we are, and you know who you are dealing with—a family business dedicated to providing service based on a natural desire to exceed.
Jackie Evans
5 months ago
Searson's did a fantastic job for my Dad's funeral. They were very compassionate and kind and we felt we were taken very good care of. Andy took the service and he was just amazing, very warm-hearted. Thank you so much Searsons!
Ann Fletcher
6 months ago
I would like to thank Debi and Abi at the Copnor branch for their help with my Aunties funeral . (They also did my uncles a few years ago ) The kindness and compassion went a long way to help me through what was a very stressful time. Debi went the extra mile to sort a few things for us at short notice .Thanks also to her husband for getting the order of Service done so quickly too. We also had flowers from the Havant branch as there is an in house florist there , they were beautiful . No need to run around and find a florist . Thank you Searsons ! Ann and Naomi x
Keith Budden
7 months ago
Abby and Debi at the Copnor Office were fantastic throughout the whole process, keeping us updated and approaching everything with compassion and professionalism. Thanks too to Matt and the other staff involved at the funeral ceremony itself, nothing was too much trouble and the whole day was handled with sensitivity.
Steve Richardson
13 years ago
When our dear uncle Sid passed away, we visited several funeral directors and found them to be cold and impersonal, whereas Searsons were the opposite. Andy and Debbie guided us through the experience of arranging our uncle's funeral with care and sensitivity. We were able to visit him in the Chapel of rest as much as we needed and were trusted with the front door key to let ourselves in whenever we needed. Andy spent a long time listening to us talking about our uncle and when he spoke at the service, it was as if he had known Sid himself. Also moving was when we drove past Sid's home with the hearse and Debbie got out to walk slowly in front of the hearse. There were many other personal touches too numerous to mention that eased the pathway through the sadness we were feeling. We would always recommend Searsons as a caring and compassionate family funeral service that treats bereaved families and their loved ones as individuals, with the dignity and respect they deserve and need during such times of sadness. Thank you to all the Searson family. Steve & Cheryl Richardson
Hannah Eastland
13 years ago
The Searson family are kind which reflects within the company. When helping arrange the funeral they were flexible and informative; for my family Andy and Debbie drove to Slovakia for us to bring my uncle home, giving us updates daily. Andy and Debbie are lovely people and deal with passed love ones with respect. They become apart of the family supporting everyone in a sad time.
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If anything has changed, a quick call with a specialist can confirm.
A quick call with a specialist can help you figure out what applies.
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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