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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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Danny Curran featured in the Express

Founder of the award-winning firm Finders International, Danny Curran featured in the Express discussing how to find lost inheritance and looked back on some of their successful stories.

December 16, 2021

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Review of 2021

As is the case with most businesses, we at Finders International started the year in an uncertain state of mind thanks to the ongoing pandemic and the subsequent lockdown that lasted almost five months.

December 14, 2021

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Funeral pricing to be made easily accessible for customers

New rules came into force in September this year, meaning that all UK funeral directors must make their pricing information easily accessible for customers.

December 14, 2021

E-conferences

CIEH Webinar: Public health act funerals – are they fit for purpose?

This webinar highlights best practices, looking at how councils can ensure the service they provide continues to be dignified and respectful for both the deceased and those they leave behind.

December 9, 2021

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Guardian challenges secrecy over Prince Philip’s Will

The Guardian newspaper has instigated legal action against the attorney general and the Queen’s private lawyers relating to a decision to ban journalists from a court hearing about the late Duke of Edinburgh’s Will.

December 7, 2021

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You’ll Never Walk Alone top choice for funerals

The top tune for a funeral in 2021 is ‘You’ll Never Walk Alone’ by Gerry & The Pacemakers, according to research by the Co-op Funeral Group based on approximately 100,000 funerals carried out by its funeral directors.

November 30, 2021

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UK first – southern England funeral branches to use all-electric hearse

Ahead of the all-important climate summit in Glasgow next week, one funeral provider in Hampshire has taken delivery of the UK’s first fully electric Tesla-based hearse, according to the Hampshire Daily Echo.

November 30, 2021

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No stone unturned when it comes to missing beneficiaries

Sometimes, the executors or trustees of estates find themselves administering that estate and are unable to distribute to one or more of the heirs because those persons can’t be found or won’t communicate with the trustee.

November 22, 2021

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Additional delays to probate process

The already slow probate process is now facing additional delays, according to a London estate agent.

November 11, 2021

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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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