I try to make sure from the outset our clients only pay for the work that they need. I will always encourage the family or executors to do as much of the work themselves wherever possible. 

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I would of course provide guidance as to what needs to be done, and will also provide draft letters that can be used by the executors to notify banks, building societies etc. 

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The main types of estate as follows:  

• A simplified estate requiring the completion of a form IHT 205, will normally cost between £750 - £1200 plus VAT and disbursements (see below). 

• Where a full estate form IHT 400 is required then the costs are between £1200 - £1800 plus VAT and disbursements. 

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Disbursements 

• Probate Court Fees of £273 per application are charged  

• Fees per copy of the grant of representation are £1.50 per copy. 

• Statutory advertising fees are approximately £250. 

• Legal fees on property conveyancing to be obtained from a solicitor as required. 

 

Full estate administration and distribution 

If you require additional services our full estate service will provide you with the above services as well as the following: 

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• Providing initial advice  

• Gathering information needed for the Probate Application 

• Providing the executors with a monthly summary of the progress that has been made on the estate

• Assistance in the collection of estate assets 

• Arranging for the payment of Tax, liabilities and legacies out of estate assets 

• Preparation of full estate accounts and assisting with Tax Returns. 

• Distribution of the residue of the estate to the beneficiaries including Charities 

 

Fees for this service will vary depending on the terms of the will or intestacy, the size and complexity of the estate and the type of assets involved. 

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If there are complexities regarding the estate, we will try to advise at the commencement of our engagement or if the complexities arise during the administration process, we will advise as soon as possible after the issues become known. 

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