Guides
Short, plain-English guides for executors and beneficiaries. We link to GOV.UK and providers' own pages, so you can check everything yourself.
How long does probate take in 2026?
The latest HMCTS figures (6.5 weeks on average in Aug 2026), what slows applications down, and the stages before and after the grant.
Inheritance advance vs probate loan vs waiting
What each option is, who it's for, what it costs, and the cheaper routes worth checking first.
What to ask before taking an inheritance advance
A checklist of questions to put to any provider before you sign.