Hello, I’m Phil Weston. Over the past two decades, I’ve helped more than 36,000 families successfully apply for and obtain their Grant of Probate — without spending a small fortune on legal fees and without the stress of figuring it out alone.
The Grant of Probate application process can seem overwhelming at first. There are forms to complete, inheritance tax requirements to understand, and strict procedures to follow. Many people assume they need to pay a solicitor thousands of pounds to handle it for them.
But here’s what most people don’t realise: Applying for a Grant of Probate is something you can absolutely do yourself — if you have the right guidance.
That’s exactly why I created this comprehensive FREE Grant of Probate Guide. It breaks down every step of the application process in plain English, so you can confidently apply for your Grant of Probate and save thousands in unnecessary legal fees.
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Avoid These Costly Grant of Probate Mistakes
Every week, people come to me having already made expensive errors that add months of delays and cost thousands to put right. The two most common mistakes:
- DIY without proper guidance: Attempting to apply for Grant of Probate using only the Gov.UK website, then having applications rejected due to incomplete information or errors
- Overpaying solicitors: Being sold expensive legal services for tasks you could easily handle yourself with the right instructions
Don’t let this happen to you. Download the free guide and learn the correct process from the start.
What’s Inside Your FREE Grant of Probate Guide:
- Complete checklist: every step from start to Grant of Probate being issued
- Critical first steps before starting your application
- Who you must notify of the death (and when)
- How to correctly value the estate
- HMRC IHT400 form: Do you need it?
- Why you have to complete inheritance tax reporting for HMRC before applying for a Grant of Probate – even if there is no tax to pay
- Step-by-step Grant of Probate application form instructions
- Vital checks to make when your Grant of Probate arrives
- Registering the Grant of Probate with banks and institutions
- Post-probate financial steps explained
- Settling debts, liabilities and expenses
- Preparing estate accounts properly
- Distributing the estate to beneficiaries
Phil, I would like to formally thank you and your team for the excellent service you provide expediting Probate. I have just received formal notification from HMCTS and am staggered at the turnaround for what wasn’t a straight forward case at all, just 3 months and a week since my first conversation with your colleague. Many thanks
I can’t thank Phil Weston enough for the help and support he and his staff gave me with getting my husband’s Probate Granted. Their Assistance with the DIY process was outstanding, so I would recommend everyone to contact Berkeley Weston Services for help with their Probate requirements. I was saved several thousand pounds and I’m immensely grateful to them.
Why Download This Free Grant of Probate Guide?
- Save Thousands in Legal Fees
Mainstream Solicitors and corporate Probate Providers typically charge £3,000 to £10,000+ for probate services. Our guide shows you how to deal with Probate yourself and keep that money in the estate. - Avoid Costly Applications Errors
Rejected Grant of Probate applications cause months of delays. Follow our proven step-by-step process to get it right first time.
- Everything in One Place
No more searching multiple websites. Everything you need to apply for a Grant of Probate in one comprehensive guide. - Save Weeks of Research Time
We’ve done the hard work for you. Decades of probate experience distilled into clear, actionable instructions you can follow today.
Why Am I Giving This Grant of Probate Guide Away Free?
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| Reason #1I believe everyone deserves access to clear, accurate information about how to apply for Grant of Probate. Too many families are paying thousands unnecessarily because they don’t realise they can do it themselves. |
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| Reason #2After reading the guide, a small number of people decide they’d like additional support with their Grant of Probate application. For those people, we offer affordable assistance services. But there’s absolutely no obligation — the guide gives you everything you need to do it completely on your own. |
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I have nothing but praise for your very helpful probate pack and support, which helped me during this very emotional and stressful time.
Everything you need to do probate yourself, step by step guide and daily email tips from Phil, highly recommended, thank you Phil.
About Your Guide Author
Phil Weston is the founder of Berkeley Weston Ltd and author of the UK’s best-selling DIY Probate Guide. Phil founded the company in 2004 to help families navigate the Grant of Probate process without expensive solicitor fees.
Berkeley Weston has helped over 36,000 families successfully apply for and obtain their Grant of Probate. Each year, the company’s resources help 3,000-4,000 people complete the process independently.