by Tony Crocker | Jun 30, 2026 | Abandoned Properties, Empty Houses, Heir Hunting, Information about Probate,Wills and Inheritance, Inheritance, Probate, Property, Unclaimed Estates
An empty home or abandoned building is more than just an eyesore. Over time, these neglected spaces can become magnets for fly-tipping, vandalism, and anti-social behaviour, which quickly erodes the feel of an entire neighbourhood. With the UK facing a persistent...
by Tony Crocker | Jun 1, 2026 | Abandoned Properties, Empty Houses, Heir Hunting, Information about Heir Hunting, Information about Probate,Wills and Inheritance, Probate, Property, Unclaimed Estates
Every neighbourhood seems to have that one neglected house with the overgrown garden, drawn curtains, and a pile of unopened post visible through the letterbox. Long-term empty properties are a massive headache for local authorities across the UK. With housing waiting...
by Tony Crocker | May 5, 2026 | Heir Hunting, Information about Heir Hunting, Information about Probate,Wills and Inheritance, Intestacy, Probate, Unclaimed Estates
When a person passes away without leaving a clear trail of next of kin, or when the beneficiaries of an estate are scattered or unknown, estate administration can quickly become complex. For those tasked with managing these estates, the challenge is often finding the...
by Tony Crocker | Apr 13, 2026 | Information about Probate,Wills and Inheritance, Probate, Wills
Most of us know the drill with a standard Will: you sit down, decide who gets what, sign it in front of witnesses, and tuck it away for peace of mind. But what happens when someone needs a Will but no longer has the mental capacity to make one for themselves? This is...
by Tony Crocker | Mar 2, 2026 | Abandoned Properties, Empty Houses, Information about Probate,Wills and Inheritance, Inheritance, Probate, Property
London is known for being vibrant, busy and crowded. But did you know that there are potentially thousands of abandoned homes across the city? Perhaps more shockingly, many are mansions. These abandoned buildings, which were often former residences for the rich, have...
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...