At Smart Probate, we’re here to support you
Probate and Estate Administration
Our goal is to give you the space to focus on what truly matters-taking care of yourself and your loved ones-while we handle the complexities of probate with care and professionalism. You don’t have to face this alone; we’re here to guide you every step of the way.
The Probate Process: Step by Step
How We Can Help
At Smart Probate, we’re here to make probate simple for you. Whether you need help with specific stages of the probate process-like applying for probate, managing assets and debts, handling Inheritance Tax (IHT), or organising estate administration, or want us to take care of everything, we’ve got you covered.
Our services include valuing the estate, applying for the grant, managing property, settling taxes, preparing accounts, and distributing assets. We handle all the legal and tax details, so you can focus on what matters most.
Our experienced team ensures the process is handled efficiently, accurately, and in full compliance with UK legal requirements. Let us take the stress out of probate for you.
FAQs
Probate is the legal process of managing a deceased person’s estate. It involves validating the will (if one exists), settling debts and taxes, and distributing the remaining assets to the beneficiaries. See our probate guide for more details.
Not always. Probate is typically needed for sole-owned assets, such as property or bank accounts, but not always for jointly owned assets or those with designated beneficiaries. For a small fee, we can review your situation and confirm whether probate is required in your case.
Typically 6 to 12 months, but it depends on the estate’s complexity.
Yes, but it can be complex and time-consuming. Many people prefer professional support to avoid errors.
We charge £1,200 for a straightforward grant or 1.5% of the net estate (plus VAT) for full probate services. Both include the probate registry fee of £300, with no hidden costs. For details, visit our fees structure.
The estate is distributed under the Rules of Intestacy, with an administrator appointed to manage it.
A legal document that confirms the executor’s authority to manage and distribute the estate.
Debts are paid in priority order, and beneficiaries may not receive anything. We can help navigate this situation.
We can handle specific tasks or the entire probate process, from applying for the grant and managing assets to calculating and paying inheritance tax (IHT) and distributing the estate—all efficiently and in line with legal and tax requirements.
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