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Local authorities across England and Wales frequently encounter cases where individuals pass away without known next of kin. In such instances, councils are responsible for arranging a funeral.

When it comes to inheritance, many people assume their assets will automatically pass to their loved ones. However, if you don’t have a valid will in place, your estate could be distributed in ways you never intended.

From intestacy to inheritance, probate research provides the missing link that ensures every estate is settled, every heir is found, and every story is completed.

Whether an individual dies with assets in multiple countries, has beneficiaries residing abroad, or is a foreign national with assets in the UK, navigating the intricacies of international probate law requires specialised knowledge and expertise.

Finding a will is not always straightforward, and when no will is found, the consequences can be complex and challenging.

These days, financial and property portfolios of individuals often span multiple countries. From holiday homes in Spain to investments in U.S. markets or bank accounts in Switzerland, these assets can increase the value of an estate but also introduce significant complexities.

This week is National Grief Awareness Week which runs from the 2nd – 8th December 2024, with the aim of helping anyone who has been bereaved to access support with dealing with the emotional pain they are experiencing.

Across the UK, hundreds of thousands of homes sit vacant - properties that, if revitalised and brought back into use, could offer a partial solution to the housing shortage.

Probate genealogists, such as those at Finders International, often go beyond just finding beneficiaries to an estate- we help reconnect families who have lost touch with one another, sometimes for decades.

The length of time it takes to complete the probate process – the legal right to deal with someone’s property, money and possessions (their ‘estate’) when they die – in the UK can vary significantly, depending on several factors.