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We are the UK’s leading experts in probate research and forensic genealogy, frequently collaborating with the media. Find the latest heir hunter news and coverage here.

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A day in the life of a Finders International heir hunter

Thanks to the popularity of shows such as Heir Hunters on BBC 1 daytime TV, most people will be familiar with probate researchers and the role they play in locating the missing heirs to an estate. But what does their day to day life involve?

December 23, 2022

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Finders International Turns 25!

This year has been incredible for so many reasons, but this December Finders International also turned 25! Finders MD, Danny Curran discusses our 25 years of success in this video

December 20, 2022

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Finders International – a look back on 2022

It’s that time of year again when we take stock of what has happened over the past 12 months, and what a busy old year it has been here at Finders International!

December 12, 2022

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Financial abuse risk for people with dementia

People who have dementia are “sitting ducks” for financial abuse, a recent report by the International Longevity Centre (ILC) argues.

December 3, 2022

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Contacted by an heir hunter? What’s next?

What if someone phoned or emailed you, claiming that you might be an heir to an estate?

November 29, 2022

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Finders International on Talk TV

Talk TV’s Trisha Goddard invited Danny Curran, MD of Finders International, on to her show earlier this month.

November 18, 2022

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UK population rises, with half of it contributable to migration

What does the census for 2021 reveal about the population of England and Wales?

November 18, 2022

E-conferences

International Asset Services Webinar

For our second webinar of the International Asset Services series 2022, we have invited back Louise Levene, who will focus on the specific area of estate administration: the varying kinds of documentation required when there are assets overseas in an estate.

November 17, 2022

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When is probate required?

Probate, i.e. the legal process when someone dies to give another person the authority to collect assets and distribute the funds from an estate, is not always necessary. So, how do you know when it is required?

November 9, 2022

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Heir Hunters

Heir Hunters is a popular BBC1 daytime show featuring Finders International, an heir search firm involved since its launch.

Heir Hunters highlights the expertise of our researchers and representatives through interviews with staff and beneficiaries. If Finders International’s heir hunting team reaches out, it’s always good news and could lead to a significant windfall!

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