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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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At one of the most emotional and difficult times of your life, our experienced team are here to support you and listen to your needs. We can take responsibility for all the arrangements to allow you to remember your loved one in your chosen way.
"Helen took the time to explain everything especially to my mom, who is hard of hearing. We were not rushed to make any decisions. Peter was also a rock on the day of the funeral."
— Mechelle Dale (about Helen)
"They genuinely made us feel like we were important and that the care of dad was their top priority. Every single time I spoke to them they asked how we were and how mom was doing."
— Karen Sollors (about Helen)
"Michelle's understanding of the pain we were going through was first class and I could not have organised the funeral without her help. Two excellent members of William Painters."
— Jason F (about Michelle)
"The door was knocked before entering and the lady addressed nan to say she had visitors. The level of respect shown to nan was so heart warming. It was so nice knowing nan is in such caring hands."
— Miss ordinary
"The lady knocked the door very gently and whispered 'hello *name*, you have a visitor'. This was such a wonderful touch, so respectful. They made a difficult day bearable."
— R KH (about Katie)
"I dont know how we would have got through this heartbreaking time without her. Thank you, Suzie, you have been a guiding light at the darkest moment of our lives."
— Jayne Hackett (about Suzie)
Emma Welch
Emma Welch
Gavin Bruce
Gavin Bruce
Gavin Bruce
Helen Morgan
"They genuinely made us feel like we were important and that the care of dad was their top priority. Every single time I…"
Helen Morgan
"They genuinely made us feel like we were important and that the care of dad was their top priority. Every single time I…"
Helen Morgan
"They genuinely made us feel like we were important and that the care of dad was their top priority. Every single time I…"
Julie Kilby
Julie Kilby
Karen Rought
Karen Rought
Karen Rought
Katie Halford-McWilliams
"The lady knocked the door very gently and whispered 'hello *name*, you have a visitor'. This was such a wonderful touch…"
Katie Halford-McWilliams
"The lady knocked the door very gently and whispered 'hello *name*, you have a visitor'. This was such a wonderful touch…"
Sharon Calvert
Sharon Calvert
Susie Fell
Susie Fell
Susie Fell
Adele Lewis
a month ago
We received an excellent and professional service from W H Painters Yardley. Michelle was lovely and nothing was too much trouble anytime I had any questions. Peter the funeral director and team on the day were professional and friendly and made sure everything went smoothly and Peter was so reassuring and made us feel confident he and his team would take care of everything. Thank you.
Marie S
2 months ago
Thank you for all the care and support you gave all our family at a time when we needed it. The amount of phonecalls that i made because I could not remember what had been said half a dozen times and nothing sunk in, and all the amendments, and guess what, I am still on their christmas card list!!!. Special thank you to Helen who never rolled her eyes once even though it was deserved. So grateful to the whole gang and professional service all the way through.
Mechelle Dale
3 months ago
Helen was amazing. She took the time to explain everything especially to my mom, who is hard of hearing. We were not rushed to make any decisions she gave us time to go over the options to ensure that dads day was the day he deserved. She explain in detail why I had to be the one that dealt with it all being the grave owner. She is an amazing member of the team. Peter was also a rock on the day of the funeral, he explained everything and gave the family the time we needed, we didnt feel rushed at all on the day.
ANDREW YORK
4 months ago
Laura was extremely helpful, offering advice and assistance. She arranged the funeral exactly as requested. Katie was also very helpful and professional on the day of the funeral. We were all very satisfied with how the funeral was organised and conducted.
Jason F
5 months ago
The two members who stood out for me were definitely Michelle, who was amazing and I will always be grateful for her help, her understanding of the pain we were going through was first class and could not have organised the funeral without her help and Katie who on the day was brilliant and first class,which on the day of a loved ones funeral you really need some one like that . Two excellent members of William Painters.
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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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