Can You Access Bank Accounts Before Probate? It’s easy to feel lost when you’re bereaved, and managing the financial side of an estate can feel particularly daunting at such a difficult time. When bills are coming in and funeral arrangements need to be paid for, discovering that a loved ... read more
Do You Need Probate to Sell a House in the UK? If you’re dealing with a loved one’s estate, one of the first questions you’ll face is whether probate is needed before the property can be sold. The short answer is: usually, yes. Probate is generally required when the deceased died a... read more
How Long Does Probate Take? Understanding Every Stage of the Process The probate process is one of the most common questions we hear from families dealing with the loss of a loved one. If you're wondering, "How long does probate take?" the answer is: it depends. The timeline can vary significantly b... read more
Why Unmarried Couples Need to Have Wills The number of unmarried, cohabitating couples has more than doubled from 1.5 million in 1996 to 3.3 million in 2017. If you are in this situation – not legally married or in a civil partnership – then the truth is, you aren’t entitled to inh... read more