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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.
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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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The team at High Street Funeral Directors will provide advice at every stage of the funeral planning process, and will arrange an individual and unique funeral to help you celebrate the life of your loved one. We have our own on-site service venue.
"We felt very comfortable that the arrangements would be handled with care and dignity and we, as a family, were very grateful for their attention to detail and hard work in making sure the day of the funeral ran smoothly. I cannot praise them enough."
— Michael Joyce (about David Ford)
"We were a complicated case but he showed us utmost understanding and consideration and communicated with us at every level."
— Jan Clark (about David Ford)
"David explained everything to help us select services we wanted. Katie Halford-McWilliams provided excellent and compassionate Directorship service on funeral day with her team. All of us were very happy with how everything worked so smoothly."
— Pio Chinyere (about Katie Halford-McWilliams)
"He helped us navigate through all of the practicalities of the funeral with such compassion and care throughout, and supported us in organising a wonderful service for my father. We received a genuine, personal and professional service."
— Hannah Andrew (about David Ford)
"David Ford was exceptionally professional and compassionate throughout the entire process. Communication was consistent and thoughtful, from plans to visit my Dad in his place of rest to the careful planning of every aspect of the funeral service."
— Tracy Perry (about David Ford)
"I have never met such a caring team of people, from the undertakers that came out early hours of the morning to the drivers of the limos and the amazing service provided in the chapel and graveside. Helen not only helped out in difficult times but helped and guided me every step of the way with such care and attention to detail."
— Alan Yau (about Helen)
Wendy Davies
6 months ago
David Ford - Erdington. Very professional and made everything go smoothly and calmly with the Order of Service booklet and the actual Funeral service. All the team on the day were great at every moment. Thank you. Mom would have been proud.
Alan Yau
8 months ago
Helen and her team were amazing from the very start of the process to the very end. I have never met such a caring team of people, from the undertakers that came out early hours of the morning to the drivers of the limos and the amazing service provided in the chapel and graveside. I cannot recommend Helen and her team enough, a true professional who not only helped out in difficult times but helped and guided me every step of the way with such care and attention to detail, thank you!
Jane Woodhall
8 months ago
David Ford & Guy the stone mason have been fantastic with my Mum & myself, on behalf of my siblings, in organising a wonderful gravestone for my late father who passed in April 2025. It is a beautiful commemoration of his life & my Mum is delighted as every detail has been carefully considered. I would highly recommend David & Guy they are highly professional & the quality of their work is outstanding.
Tracy Perry
8 months ago
At what was such a difficult time, David Ford was exceptionally professional and compassionate throughout the entire process. He provided outstanding service with genuine empathy and great attention to detail. Communication was consistent and thoughtful, from plans to visit my Dad in his place of rest to the careful planning of every aspect of the funeral service.
Vickie Bissett
a year ago
David at the Erdington branch was incredibly helpful and professional. We couldn't have asked for a better service, and mums headstone looks beautiful. Thank you.
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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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