Specialist Service

    Executor guidance for complex estates

    Named as executor and not sure where to start? We help you understand exactly what needs doing, what to gather and where the risks sit, without handing the whole estate over to a solicitor.

    CII Advanced Diploma in Financial Planning20+ Years in Financial ServicesSpecialist in Complex Estates

    No obligation. No pressure. Just clarity.

    What this service provides

    Expert guidance, structure and oversight, so you can administer the estate properly without the cost of full solicitor involvement.

    A clear roadmap

    We map the steps, identify priorities and give you a structured plan so you know exactly where to start and what comes next.

    Document oversight

    We help you understand what evidence and valuations are needed and review paperwork as it arrives.

    inheritance tax and probate preparation

    We guide you through what is required for inheritance tax reporting and help you prepare the information needed for probate.

    The right level of input

    Many executors need focused guidance rather than full administration. The service level should match the work required.

    Who this is for

    Designed for executors who need expert input, not full legal administration.

    Named as executor and unsure where to begin

    Being named as executor is often unexpected. Feeling out of your depth is entirely normal and solvable.

    The estate includes property

    Estates with property require careful handling. Valuations, ownership structure and inheritance tax implications all need attention.

    Business assets or trust interests

    These add complexity. We help you understand what information is needed and where specialist input may be required.

    Cross-border or complex elements

    Foreign assets, unclear records or multiple jurisdictions require a structured approach from the outset.

    The estate has inheritance tax exposure

    If inheritance tax may apply, understanding what is required and when, is critical. Mistakes here are costly.

    You want to avoid costly mistakes

    The biggest errors in estate administration usually happen early. Expert guidance at the outset can save significant time and cost.

    What we help with

    Reviewing the estate position at the outset
    Identifying what documents and information need to be gathered
    Helping you understand what valuations are required
    Reviewing statements, valuations and paperwork as received
    Organising the estate into a workable action plan
    Guidance on inheritance tax reporting requirements
    Support as you prepare information for the probate application
    Escalation guidance where institutions are delaying or obstructing
    Identifying where specialist third-party input may be needed
    Signposting to trusted specialists for areas outside our scope

    What we don't do

    What we don't do:

    Act as executor on your behalf
    Administer the estate for you
    Chase banks, insurers or institutions on your behalf
    Submit probate applications for you
    Deal with contentious or disputed estates
    Replace a probate solicitor where full legal involvement is required

    Why executors find this so valuable

    Guidance at the right moment changes the entire outcome.

    01

    You know what to do next

    No more guessing. You leave each session with a clear list of actions and priorities.

    02

    Mistakes caught early

    The costliest errors happen at the start. We help you identify and avoid them before they escalate.

    03

    You stay in control

    You remain the executor. We give you the structure and expert input to do the job properly.

    04

    Significant cost saving

    Many executors discover they needed guidance, not full administration. This is often far less costly.

    How it works

    Four clear stages, from initial clarity to confident progress.

    01

    Initial consultation

    We understand the estate, the executor's position and where the complexities sit.

    02

    Action plan

    You receive a structured roadmap: what to gather, what to prioritise and where the risks are.

    03

    Review and oversight

    As documents and valuations come in, we help you sense-check what you have and what still needs attention.

    04

    Ongoing guidance

    You stay in control, with expert support available as questions and decisions arise.

    When we may not be the right fit

    This service works best for executors who need guidance and oversight. There are situations where a different type of professional support is more appropriate:

    Where there is a dispute between beneficiaries requiring legal resolution
    Where the estate requires a solicitor to take over full administration
    Where the matter has become, or is likely to become, contentious
    Where you need a professional to contact banks or institutions on your behalf

    If you are unsure whether this service is right for you, a free consultation will clarify that, with no obligation to proceed.

    Transparent pricing

    Two clear levels of support, each with a fixed fee agreed upfront.

    Executor Guidance Meeting

    £795

    Fixed fee

    A focused one-off meeting to understand the estate, identify the immediate risks and leave with clear next steps.

    Review of the current estate position
    Immediate priorities and common risk points
    Guidance on what information and valuations are needed
    Clear next-step roadmap

    Upgrade to Full Executor Advisory within 90 days and the full £795 is credited against the £3,995 fee.

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    Full Executor Advisory

    £3,995

    Fixed fee

    Initial estate review and structured action plan
    Document and valuation guidance
    inheritance tax reporting preparation support
    Review of paperwork as it is received
    Escalation guidance and specialist signposting

    The guidance-meeting fee is credited in full when you upgrade within 90 days.

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    Common questions

    Need clarity on what to do next?

    If you have been named as an executor and want experienced guidance before mistakes, delays or costs build up, book a free consultation.

    Direct Access

    Speak directly with Imran. No call centers, no gatekeepers.

    Direct Line

    0118 230 4987

    Availability

    Mon-Sat, 9am - 6pm

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