First steps
The first two weeks: a checklist
What needs to happen right away, what can wait – from the death certificate to notifying HMRC and the DWP. One calm overview.
Read the guide →Proof of authority
Grant of Probate and Confirmation, explained
What they are, how to apply through the Probate Registry or Sheriff Court, and when companies will ask to see them before closing an account.
Read the guide →Small estates
When you don't need a full grant
Many banks and institutions release smaller balances without a Grant of Probate – and why the discretionary limits differ between England & Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland.
Read the guide →Digital estate
Cancelling subscriptions & online accounts
Streaming, cloud storage, social media, app subscriptions: how to find them all and shut them down properly.
Read the guide →
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