by Tony Crocker | Aug 17, 2026 | Family Trees, Heir Hunting, Information about Heir Hunting, Information about Probate,Wills and Inheritance, Inheritance
Finding adopted family members during a probate search is entirely possible, but adoption changes the legal game completely. When someone dies without leaving a written will, UK law draws a very sharp line between biological bloodlines and legal family trees. The...
by Tony Crocker | Apr 29, 2026 | Blog, Family Trees, General Genealogy, Heir Hunting, Information about Heir Hunting, Information about Probate,Wills and Inheritance, Inheritance, Intestacy, Unclaimed Estates
In the world of probate research and heir hunting, we often come across a term that sounds a bit formal and perhaps a little cold: the Public Health Funeral. At Fleetwood Heir Hunters, we spend our days piecing together family trees and finding long-lost relatives....
by Tony Crocker | Mar 25, 2026 | Blog, Family History Tips, Family Trees, General Genealogy, Heir Hunting, Information about Heir Hunting, Information about Probate,Wills and Inheritance
King Charles III became our King in September 2022, after the sad passing of Queen Elizabeth II. Do you know who is next in line for the throne? This guide explains the Royal Family and the line of succession, as many people are unsure how it works. If you’re...
by Tony Crocker | Jan 22, 2026 | Family Trees, Heir Hunting, Information about Probate,Wills and Inheritance, Inheritance, Probate
You are not always an heir to a relative’s estate just because you are connected by blood. Even though this is the norm, several variables can affect your eligibility to receive any inheritance from an estate. This blog looks at circumstances in which a blood...
by Tony Crocker | Jan 2, 2026 | Blog, DNA, Family History Tips, Family Trees, General Genealogy
Family tree tracing can be enjoyable, emotional and potentially life-changing. Finding your ancestors and starting a family tree research project has never been simpler. More people are learning about their ancestry because of the abundance of family history materials...
by Tony Crocker | Dec 17, 2025 | Family Trees, General Genealogy, Heir Hunting, Information about Heir Hunting, Inheritance, Intestacy, Probate, Unclaimed Estates
Many people are unsure of the role of a heir hunter, and the profession is often seen as mysterious. The majority of people use the service only once in their lifetimes, if at all, and heir hunting is not a common practice. By outlining the five things you should know...