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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.
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Waterside Funeral Home in Hythe is situated on The Marsh.
We can help to plan religious and non-religious funeral services and serve many different faiths.
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.
"Lisa & Sarah were marvellous. The cup of tea they offered was needed when arranging something we were not expecting to do, nor had any idea what Dad wanted. Everything went smoothly and the Landrover they arranged to carry Dad in was brilliant."
— Vicky Joynes (about Lisa)
"My family cannot praise enough the support Elliot and his team shared with us during a most difficult time. The flexibility, advice and kindness was amazing and we are grateful to the team for helping us provide a beautiful tribute to my brother."
— sandie Robinson (about Elliot)
"This was the 3rd time of using Waterside for our loved ones over the last 10 years. Every time they have been so kind and helpful and so respectful to us and our loved ones. Their kindness and professionalism has made an upsetting time more bearable."
— Rachel Cranston (about Sarah)
"The waterside team, led by Elliot, who has been in contact throughout the entire process, have been truly outstanding in helping myself and family deal with necessary arrangements, paperwork, advice on everything from the casket, venue, flowers, memorials and everything else that needed to be addressed. I can't thank or recommend them enough."
— Mark Brooke (about Elliot)
"Elliot, together with Lisa, helped us navigate all of the options, build in some bespoke requests, find a suitable celebrant and offer support and advice, all the while demonstrating great respect and empathy. Elliot went over and above to help us create a very special 'celebration'. Thanks to Elliot and the team, the funeral service on the day was flawless."
— lou jones (about Elliot)
"We recently had to organise a double family funeral - 2 family members passed away within a week of each other. From the first meeting with Summer I was put at ease and felt totally understood. Elliot went above and beyond what I would have expected of his role. He was sensitive, caring and also enabled and supported my brother and son to assist with carrying the coffin. What an asset to the team he is!"
— Jane Gritt (about Elliot)
Elliot
Funeral Director
"We recently had to organise a double family funeral — 2 family members passed away within a week of each other. From th…"
Elliot
Funeral Director
"We recently had to organise a double family funeral - 2 family members passed away within a week of each other. From th…"
Elliot
Funeral Director
"We recently had to organise a double family funeral — 2 family members passed away within a week of each other. From th…"
Lisa
Funeral Arranger
"The cup of tea they offered was needed when arranging something we were not expecting to do, nor had any idea what Dad …"
Lisa
Funeral Home Staff
"Lisa & Sarah were marvellous. The cup of tea they offered was needed when arranging something we were not expecting to …"
Summer
Funeral Arranger
Summer works at the Hythe branch and has been commended for putting families at ease and providing understanding suppor…
Summer
Funeral Arranger
Summer is a funeral arranger at Waterside Funeral Home, noted by customers for putting them at ease from the first meet…
Summer
Funeral Arranger
Summer is noted for putting families at ease from the first meeting and helping them feel totally understood during dif…
Marie Longden
3 months ago
A big thank you to Elliot and his team who helped us create a fitting celebration of my mother in law's life.
Mark Brooke
4 months ago
Its not something any of us want to or would do by choice,but inevitably death is a sad fact of life that we will all succumb to at some point. The waterside team,led by Elliot,who has been in contact throughout the entire process,have been truly outstanding in helping myself and family deal with necessary arrangements, paperwork, advice on everything from the casket ,venue,flowers,memorials and everything else that needed to be addressed for my father's funeral. The drivers are well presented courteous and professional in every aspect,I can't thank,or recommend them enough Mark
Hayley Ainsworth
5 months ago
Elliott and the whole team were fantastic - so kind, supportive, helpful, and available for many calls and questions. Absolutely wonderful, thank you so much.
Jane Gritt
7 months ago
We recently had to organise a double family funeral 2 family members passed away within a week of each other - from the first meeting with Summer I was put at ease and felt totally understood. After this Elliot supported me and us through the joint ceremony - the kindness, compassion and time given was fantastic - Elliot went above and beyond what I would have expected of his role. He was sensitive, caring and also enabled and supported my brother and son to assist with carrying the coffin. Elliot not only cared for my mum, brother and son but was exceptionally phenomenal in his support of me throughout preparation, answering all my questions and on the day the efforts that he put in to support me was just amazing. What an asset to the team he is! On the day the drivers and all staff involved were also brilliant x I would have no hesitation recommending the entire team, thank you all - you all managed to make a very challenging and upsetting situation run smoothly and were so kind x Mrs Gritt
sandie Robinson
7 months ago
My family cannot praise enough the support Elliot and his team shared with us during a most difficult time. The flexibility, advice and kindness was amazing and we are grateful to the team for helping us provide a beautiful tribute to my brother.
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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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