We can trace next-of-kin for you. Once a Local Authority or family has arranged the funeral, we can also put Empty Property Insurance in place through the Blanket Policy.
We can find documents for you. Other services include Will Search, Asset Search, House Search and House Clearance.
Local Authorities are then refunded for funeral costs through the estate.
We can sell the deceased assets for you.
In the unlikely event we are unable to trace next of kin, we can inform the Government Legal Department for you.
The cost of public health funerals can often delve into the local authority budget. The deceased may have left assets behind. By letting us uncover these, you may be able to claim costs back.
We provide a thorough asset search which includes looking at:
– Dormant bank and building society accounts
– Stocks and shares
– Pension schemes
– Life policies and investment trusts
– Credit checks
Once we have found the assets, how can you recover the costs?
For those looking to sell or transfer North American securities, Fraser and Fraser can arrange Medallion Signature Guarantees in relation to stocks and shares paperwork, and also assist with the transfer and sale.
We have a broad range of experience in dealing with a variety of holdings, and appreciate every case is different.
Fraser and Fraser can provide share valuations to ensure you can complete the necessary tax forms when dealing with Inheritance Tax. We can also check on your behalf whether a holding exists.
If you yourself hold or you are administering an estate with UK and/or international shareholdings, Fraser and Fraser can assist with the transfer and sale.
If you are administering an estate with assets in the Isle of Man or Channel Islands, let Fraser and Fraser assist by obtaining the Grant of Probate on your behalf.
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