Losing a loved one is hard enough. Understanding what happens next — the paperwork, the property, the tax — shouldn't make it harder. Get free, plain-English guidance and speak to an independent SRA-registered probate solicitor at no cost.
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Step-by-step guidance on applying for Grant of Probate in England and Wales, including current timelines and what documents you'll need.
Understand when IHT is due, the current thresholds, the 6-month deadline, and legitimate ways to reduce your liability.
When can you sell? What are your options — estate agent, auction or cash buyer? What costs are involved and how quickly can it complete?
If there is no valid will, the intestacy rules apply. Find out who inherits, who has the right to administer the estate, and how to sell the property.
CGT may be due when you sell an inherited property. We explain how it's calculated, when it applies, and how selling quickly can reduce your bill.
Multiple beneficiaries with different views can complicate the estate. Our solicitor can advise on your rights as executor and how to resolve disputes.
Our independent SRA-registered probate solicitor offers a free initial consultation to anyone dealing with a probate estate in England and Wales. Get clear, honest advice with no obligation to proceed.
This is an independent SRA-registered solicitor who operates separately from Probate Property Buyers Limited. You are under no obligation to sell your property or proceed with any paid services.
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Every estate is different but the broad process follows these stages. Our solicitor can help at any point.
Register within 5 days. Order multiple death certificates — you'll need several copies for banks, HMRC and the Probate Registry.
Every asset must be valued at the date of death. For property, you'll need a formal probate valuation from a qualified surveyor or estate agent.
IHT must be reported to HMRC even if none is due. If tax is owed, it must be paid within 6 months of the date of death — even before probate is granted.
Once IHT is resolved, apply online via HMCTS. Current waiting times for the Grant of Probate are 14–20 weeks from application.
Collect assets, pay debts, deal with the property. The property cannot legally be sold until the Grant of Probate is in hand.
Once all debts and taxes are paid, the remainder is distributed to beneficiaries according to the will or intestacy rules.
Speak to our independent probate solicitor for free, or get a no-obligation cash offer for the property — whichever you need most right now.
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