Free guide · England & Wales
The first two weeks after a death, one calm, practical checklist
A free, plain-English guide for families in England and Wales. The immediate steps to take, in a sensible order, without trying to solve everything at once.
- Know exactly what to do first, and what can safely wait
- Register the death, use Tell Us Once, and notify the right people, step by step
- Understand when probate might be needed, and when to get help
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The Probate Starter Pack keeps the whole thing organised
This free guide covers the first two weeks. The Starter Pack takes you all the way through: the complete executor checklist, a document, asset and debt log, the institutions to notify, and the letters you will need. One printable pack, a one-off £9.99.
Get the Starter Pack — £9.99 →Prefer to manage everything online, with progress saved as you go? The Executor Workspace is a one-off £39.99, with a 30-day refund.
Settle is an administrative organiser for executors in England and Wales. It is not a law firm and does not provide legal, tax or financial advice. For complex estates, consult a qualified solicitor.