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.
Follow the work of Finders on the TV Show Heir Hunters
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Follow the work of Finders on the TV Show Heir Hunters
The “Heir Hunters” TV series follows the work of Finders International, multiple award-winning UK Probate Research company, as we search for the heirs of people who have died without a will, leaving their estates unclaimed.
January 24, 2025
Reuniting Beneficiaries and Connecting Long-Lost Family Members
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Reuniting Beneficiaries and Connecting Long-Lost Family Members
When you hear the term “probate genealogist,” it often conjures images of experts diving into dusty archives to locate the rightful heirs of unclaimed estates.
January 24, 2025
BBC Morning Live – a Finders International case study
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BBC Morning Live – a Finders International case study
Gary Rycroft, a senior partner at Joseph A Jones & Co Solicitors, featured on BBC Morning Live discussing inheritance and the role of probate genealogists. He spoke to Kimmy Booth, a surprise beneficiary to the late Eileen Booth’s estate thanks to Finders International’s hard work in tracking her down.
January 24, 2025
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December 4, 2025
On-Demand CPD Webinar Series: Understanding Public Health Act Funerals in the UK
Finders International is pleased to launch the first on-demand webinar in our new Finders Development…
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November 27, 2025
Researching Family Trees for Probate
Families are increasingly dispersed, records span multiple jurisdictions, and historical documentation can be fragmented or…
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November 19, 2025
Safeguarding Adults Week: Recognising Red Flags in Inheritance and Estate Matters
Safeguarding Adults Week is an important opportunity for organisations and professionals to reflect on how…
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November 11, 2025
Digital change in estate administration
Technology is transforming nearly every aspect of modern life, and the management and distribution…
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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.
On-Demand CPD Webinar Series: Understanding Public Health Act Funerals in the UK
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On-Demand CPD Webinar Series: Understanding Public Health Act Funerals in the UK
Finders International is pleased to launch the first on-demand webinar in our new Finders Development…
December 4, 2025
Safeguarding Adults Week: Recognising Red Flags in Inheritance and Estate Matters
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Safeguarding Adults Week: Recognising Red Flags in Inheritance and Estate Matters
Safeguarding Adults Week is an important opportunity for organisations and professionals to reflect on how…
November 19, 2025
Digital change in estate administration
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Digital change in estate administration
Technology is transforming nearly every aspect of modern life, and the management and distribution…
November 11, 2025
Meeting KLTR Standards in Scotland
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Meeting KLTR Standards in Scotland
When someone passes away without leaving a Will, the process of establishing who has the…
September 16, 2025
US Assets and the Challenge of Escheatment
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US Assets and the Challenge of Escheatment
When an estate includes assets in the United States, Executors and probate practitioners can find…
September 15, 2025
The Silent Search for Next of Kin
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The Silent Search for Next of Kin
It’s a sobering reality that some people still pass away without anyone by their side.…
August 8, 2025
Intestate Estates and Missing Heirs? Our Administrator Search Can Help
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Intestate Estates and Missing Heirs? Our Administrator Search Can Help
When someone passes away without an apparent next of kin, handling their estate can become…
July 30, 2025
The Hidden Story of Abandoned Homes with No Known Heirs
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The Hidden Story of Abandoned Homes with No Known Heirs
At first glance, it’s hard to believe: a crumbling home with boarded windows, overgrown gardens,…
July 16, 2025
Tracing Heirs: What We Can (and Can’t) Find Online
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Tracing Heirs: What We Can (and Can’t) Find Online
You can order your groceries, book a holiday, and even find your old schoolmates…
Listen in to the On Heir podcast for exclusive insights into the private client and probate research sectors
Hosted by David Lockwood from Finders, this show features monthly interviews with legal experts and genealogists, sharing their experiences and insights. Whether you’re in the field or just curious, On Heir offers engaging discussions that blend humor with learning.
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