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A Step-by Step Guide to Dealing with Death
The emotional impact of losing someone can be overwhelming, and knowing what to do when someone dies isn’t always easy. Navigating your way through the process of dealing with death can be a complex journey, but we’re here to help.
This guide has been designed as your personal checklist. You’ll find a step-by-step practical guide to dealing with all aspects of your journey. From registering the death to estate administration. Along with support information, you’ll find all the essential actions to take in the hours, days, and weeks that follow, so you can move forward with clarity and confidence.
Our guides to wills
Making A Will Checklist. Things to Consider Before Making a Will
So many people put off making a will. And the number one reason is procrastination! To be fair to anyone that might be guilty of this, I regularly hear from people who simply don’t know what things they need to consider when making a will. That’s why I’ve created this...
Read More >>What To Do When Someone Dies
Losing a loved one can feel completely overwhelming. We're here to guide you through the essential steps to take in the first few hours and days ahead. From registering the death to sorting out their estate, you'll find everything you need and a helpful downloadable checklist.
Read More >>The Problem with Free Wills
Free wills and quick fixes often miss crucial details—like funeral wishes, digital assets, or even proper witnessing. In this eye-opening blog, Phil the Will reveals what could be missing from your current will—and how to make sure your loved ones are truly protected.
Read More >>How to Do Probate Yourself in the UK (A Step-by-Step Guide)
Probate can feel overwhelming at first, especially when you’re dealing with it for the first time. The good news is that, in many cases, you can manage it yourself with the right guidance.
In this guide, we walk you through how to do probate step by step, including how to value the estate, complete the necessary inheritance tax forms, and apply for probate or letters of administration. You’ll also learn what documents you need, how to deal with banks and organisations, and how to distribute the estate correctly.
Whether you’re looking to understand the process or ready to get started, this guide is designed to give you clarity, confidence and control every step of the way.
Our guides to probate
How to do Probate Yourself in the UK
If you’re wondering how to do probate yourself in the UK, you’re not alone. Many executors assume they need a solicitor to handle everything. In reality, probate is often a structured, administrative process that you can manage yourself. You just have to know what needs doing and which order to...
Read More >>How to Survive Probate? A Guide by Probate Solicitors
If the thought of dealing with probate is overwhelming, use our guide to survive the probate process. Plus, get helpful tips from our probate solicitors.
Read More >>How the Online Probate Application Process Works
Probate can be a daunting prospect, but we're here to give you control. This is a quick guide to the application process and the questions you'll get asked.
Read More >>Guides to Lasting Power of Attorney (LPAs)
Why Set up a Lasting Power Of Attorney: The Complete Guide to LPAs.
LPAs provide the ultimate peace of mind and protect your interests. LPAs are vital for anyone over the age of 18. Discover why they are so important, what they are and how to set one up with this complete guide to LPAs.
Read More >>Taking care of someone's estate
How to do Probate Yourself in the UK
If you’re wondering how to do probate yourself in the UK, you’re not alone. Many executors assume they need a solicitor to handle everything. In reality, probate is often a structured, administrative process that you can manage yourself. You just have to know what needs doing and which order to...
Read More >>How to Survive Probate? A Guide by Probate Solicitors
If the thought of dealing with probate is overwhelming, use our guide to survive the probate process. Plus, get helpful tips from our probate solicitors.
Read More >>How the Online Probate Application Process Works
Probate can be a daunting prospect, but we're here to give you control. This is a quick guide to the application process and the questions you'll get asked.
Read More >>Guides to estate planning & management
Making A Will Checklist. Things to Consider Before Making a Will
So many people put off making a will. And the number one reason is procrastination! To be fair to anyone that might be guilty of this, I regularly hear from people who simply don’t know what things they need to consider when making a will. That’s why I’ve created this...
Read More >>The Problem with Free Wills
Free wills and quick fixes often miss crucial details—like funeral wishes, digital assets, or even proper witnessing. In this eye-opening blog, Phil the Will reveals what could be missing from your current will—and how to make sure your loved ones are truly protected.
Read More >>The True Cost of Making a Will with a Solicitor (Why There’s a Better Way)
Using a solicitor to draft your will is a natural and typical instinct. But I'm here to explain that there is a more cost efficient way. I’ll break down the true cost of making a will with a solicitor, both in terms of money and what you might lose by...
Read More >>We make dealing with financial affairs easy
At Online Probate we’re on a mission to empower people. We believe that planning and dealing with legal matters around death doesn’t need to be complicated and expensive. Instead, we’re making it simple and affordable.
