Probate
What do I do when someone dies?
Probate is the administration process that is carried out on a person’s estate when they have passed away. Probate must be applied for, and this can be a complex and time-consuming task – one you might not feel up to following the loss of a friend or loved one.
In addition to the immediate tasks you need to attend to, such as arranging the funeral, there is a lot of paperwork to be dealt with and official documents which need to be completed in a few short weeks. Getting help with applying for probate provides immense relief at what is a difficult and stressful time.
Probate support services
Countrywide Tax & Trust Corporation are experts in dealing with all aspects of probate.
Our specialist probate team have a sympathetic and patient approach and will happily arrange a visit to discuss your requirements in the comfort of your own home.Why choose Countrywide Tax & Trust
Unlike some firms who often charge an hourly rate, Countrywide provide a fixed fee probate service [more] which is quoted in advance of any work being undertaken. This could be a considerable saving on the fees you would typically need to pay a high street bank or solicitor.
Once you have agreed to use our probate service, you will be appointed your own case handler who will personally look after your case and be your point of contact throughout the probate process.
Probate can be a long and complex process. Occasionally, disputes arise and there are challenges to the will that can make matters even more complicated and drawn out.
Alongside our will and probate services, we also have trusted partners that we can recommend to provide you with professional legal support and financial advice. Their qualified solicitors and IFAs are on hand to offer you specialist guidance should you need it, smoothing the way for an easier probate process.
Deed of Variation
As part of our probate service, our team also offer you independent advice on the will itself and may, under certain circumstances, recommend that a Deed of Variation be set up in order to vary the will.
This process would effectively ensure that the beneficiaries of the will receive as much of their inheritance as possible, without having to pay out large chunks of it to the Inland Revenue in taxes.
This process must be executed within two years of death and needs to be with the agreement of all the beneficiaries.
Get in touch to speak to our helpful probate support team.