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We handle empty and probate properties
- Partnered with Probate Researchers & Genealogists
- Working with Property Agents & Auctioneers
- Secure the property & change the locks
- Chattels & Paperwork Search
- Contents Valuation
- Drain down & isolate services
We Specialise In
Probate Properties
Referring a property of a deceased friend, neighbour or family member. Dealing with a probate property can be a complex process for those who aren’t familiar with probate.
Empty Properties
Referring empty or abandoned properties near you? Our services consist of taking on the burden of the empty property and everything that entails. This includes providing accurate valuations and putting the empty property on the market or to auction as well as the whole sale process.
Hoarder Houses
Feel overwhelmed and want to clear your property but don’t know where to start? We offer full property clearance for hoarder house.
Report an Empty Property
260,000
Empty Properties Across The UK
The UK is currently home to over 260,000 empty properties. Many of these houses have been left to deteriorate, often neglected by previous owners with no known next of kin. As they fall into disrepair, they frequently attract infestations and become a source of frustration for surrounding communities.
If you’d like to report an empty property, please complete the contact form below and include the full address and postcode. Please note: we are only able to investigate cases where the property owner has passed away. If the owner is still living, the property is not considered abandoned even if it appears unoccupied.
Are you a legal professional that needs assistance with a probate property?
We have experience with every property imaginable. From small, derelict cottages, to grand estates, no job is too big or small for our team.
Feeling overwhelmed as an executor managing a loved one’s estate?
Dealing with probate property can be a stressful and time-consuming task. Our specialist team have years of experience handling and dealing with estates. PPS’ aim is to provide you with a bespoke service that will give you peace of mind.
Why work with Probate Property Services?
We have an experienced team who can offer many services and work closely with you to prepare and sell the property. We can assist as much or as little as you need.
Looking for help locating a Next of Kin?
We can also refer you to the genealogy and administration companies we work with closely. Whether you need assistance locating a missing beneficiary or help administering and distributing the estate we are here to help.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Probate Property?
Estates can be both small and large, but its important to ensure they are distributed correctly regardless. Larger estates often include a property making up the bulk of the estates value. A probate property is a property within the deceased’s estate, often their home which they have left behind. The deceased must have owned the property for it to be considered a probate property. Simply renting, or staying in a property they do not own is not considered as such.
What happens when a property owner dies?
The deceased will specify a named person to deal with the estate (or the deceased’s next of kin if there is no will). They are responsible for the legal affairs and will often obtain ‘probate’ (where there is a will) or ‘letters of administration’ (no will), which enables them to act as the personal representative. Probate also enables the personal representative to transfer or sell the property.
If you are named executor or you are the Next of Kin it will then become your duty to make sure the property is secured, insured and well maintained while you obtain Probate. To obtain Probate you will need certain valuations and documents in the property which will assist your application i.e. bank statements and policy documents. We provide a service where we can search the property for all the documents you will require.
Does Probate need to be granted before we can sell the property?
Whilst you can market properties before Probate is granted, you cannot sell the Property unless your name is on the deed i.e. you are the deceased’s spouse. Most people advertise the property whilst the application for Probate is going through. The seller must be Granted the Probate before the sale can be completed.
Please read our full list of frequently asked questions here…
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