Articles #probate

When can an executor sell a house after probate? Learn what can be prepared before the grant and what must be ready for exchange and completion.

Choosing an executor is one of the most important decisions in your Will. This guide explains what executors do, how to choose the right one, and the common mistakes to avoid.

Can you challenge a Will or your inheritance? Understand the main grounds and time limits, and find specialist help through Fern.

Unsure what to do after someone dies? Understand the first steps, what executors do, and how Fern can introduce you to professional support.

A plain-English guide to the 30 most common questions and myths about Wills in England and Wales, including marriage, intestacy, witnesses, probate and children.

Choose help with particular estate tasks or broader administration. Understand costs and ask Fern for a specialist introduction.

Plain-English answers to common questions about words used in Wills, LPAs, trusts, probate, property ownership and inheritance tax.