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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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PRIME MINISTER LIZ TRUSS’ – WHO DO YOU THINK YOU ARE?

Researchers at Finders International, the professional probate genealogy firm that stars in BBC’s Heir Hunters programme,  took a peek into the new PM’s genealogy and can reveal a  family tree with a military thread particularly on the paternal side of the family, as well as a widely dispersed family, with a vast range of occupations.

September 12, 2022

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Cost of living crisis hits coffins

The cost of living has hit families in the UK so hard they’re being forced to rent coffins for funerals, according to an article in the Sun.

September 7, 2022

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Raising awareness of unclaimed estates

Finders International was featured in a recent article in The Sun, highlighting our work and raising awareness of the thousands of unclaimed estates in England and Wales that people might not be aware of.

September 6, 2022

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Inheritance Fraud: How to avoid Scams

Beware inheritance fraud. It is on the rise and is a very easy crime to perpetrate.

September 1, 2022

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Funeral plans market regulation on its way

From 29 July, any provider of funeral plans must be authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), as reported by the BBC.

September 1, 2022

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Finders free training events for the Private and Public Sector.

Finders International is running more conferences, both online and in person, over the next few months, which are all free to attend.

August 23, 2022

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Are your children the best bet for the executors of your will?

This is Money published an article this week warning parents to be wary of making their adult children the executors to their will if those kids don’t get on.

August 22, 2022

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Elon Musk’s family tree

The world’s richest man’s family tree also includes other very wealthy people, according to an article about Elon Musk in Business Insider.

August 18, 2022

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Woman ‘blocked’ from inheritance until she gets a job

An Australian woman has been blocked from receiving her inheritance because she “won’t get a job” The Sun newspaper reports.

August 17, 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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