Yes, it is possible to track a probate application in the UK. The UK’s HM Courts & Tribunals Service (HMCTS) offers an online service called the Probate Tracking System that allows you to track the progress of your probate application. To use the service, you will need to provide the case number for your probate application and the name of […]
Is it possible to track a probate application?
How do I pay for a funeral?
There are several ways to pay for a funeral. Some common options include using savings or investments, taking out a loan, using a credit card, or using life insurance benefits. Many funeral homes also offer financing options to help cover the cost. Some people also choose to pre-plan and pre-pay for their funeral in order to alleviate the financial burden […]
How do I apply for a grant of probate in the UK?
In the United Kingdom, applying for a grant of probate (also known as a grant of representation) is a legal process that is required in order to administer the estate of a deceased person. The process generally involves the following steps: Collecting the necessary documents: This includes the will of the deceased, if there is one, as well as information […]
Do I need a grant of probate?
If someone has passed away and they had assets in their name alone (i.e., assets that were not jointly owned), then in most cases, a grant of probate will be needed in order to transfer ownership of those assets to the person(s) named in the will (the beneficiaries). A grant of probate is a legal document that gives the executor(s) […]
How long does probate take with a will?
The time it takes to complete the probate process can vary depending on a number of factors, including the complexity of the estate and any disputes that may arise. If the deceased left a valid will that is not contested and the estate is relatively straightforward, the probate process may take several months. In some cases, probate can be completed […]
Personal risks in being an executor
The executor to an estate has the job of winding up someone’s affairs after their death. It is a job that involves both responsibility and personal financial risk. After someone has died, their executor, named in their Will, has the role of administering their estate and ensuring that the beneficiaries receive everything to which they are entitled. It is important […]
What to do if an executor is not taking steps to administer an estate
After a death, the estate’s executor or administrator has the job of winding up the deceased’s affairs. We take a look at what happens if they fail to carry out their role. The task of administering an estate can be time-consuming and is often complex. Where an executor or administrator is not coping with the job or is simply not […]
Cardiff’s Little Known Contribution to Pressure Sore Control
Pressure sores, also known as pressure ulcers or bed sores are a major cause of unnecessary or avoidable illness and death amongst long term hospital patients and residents of aged care homes. The effective prevention, control and early treatment of pressure sores should be an important goal for all hospital and residential aged care home administrators. Where the development of […]
What is intestacy?
If there is no will the estate may not be distributed as you would expect as there are strict rules that apply to determine who will inherit. What are the rules? When someone dies without a valid will there are strict inheritance laws, often referred to as the Rules of Intestacy, which apply in England and Wales. The Rules of […]
What happens if I die without making a Will?
If you die in England or Wales without a legally valid Will the intestacy rules govern who is entitled to receive your assets. If you have no living family members, everything will go to the Crown. Here is a simple guide to how the intestacy rules would distribute your estate if you died without a will. Married or in a […]
Storing Your Will So It Can Be Found
Often, when a will is written, the last thing the person whose will it is wants is relatives or potential beneficiaries to shuffle through draws and cupboards looking for a piece of paper which will tell them whether they are a beneficiary or not. However, you might think you should conceal it away from prying eyes, but you do not […]
Stop Pressure Ulcer Day Set for November 15th
The annual ‘Stop Pressure Ulcer Day’ will occur on November 15th. It’s a day when everyone can become involved with a serious but preventable health issue that affects both old and young who have to lie or sit for long periods because they are unable to move sufficiently to prevent pressure on a part of their body. The European Pressure […]