Public Sector ServicesOur free service assists local authorities in bringing empty homes back into use.
We specialise in identifying and locating missing owners of empty properties, both in the UK and internationally. Where a property owner has passed away, we can trace executors, administrators, or next of kin, helping to progress the administration of the estate and enabling the property to be renovated, sold, or returned to use.
We also assist with the review of long-term empty property registers, providing expert advice, research, and support to local authorities, housing professionals, and other organisations seeking to resolve ownership issues and bring vacant properties back into occupation.
How this benefits you?
Reduction of long term empty homes in your area
Reduction in anti-social behaviour
Recovery of unpaid council tax
More housing available to renters and buyers
Trusted by the Public Sector
“The fact that this service is available free to local authorities is brilliant. In this case I would have had no other way of tracking down the next of kin, meaning much more resources would have required to see this property brought back into use.”
– Empty Property Officer
Explore a range of related services that we offer
No Known Next of Kin
When a person passes away without an identified next of kin, our specialist team works swiftly and discreetly to trace rightful heirs. We partner with local authorities, coroners, and healthcare providers to ensure estates are handled ethically and in accordance with UK succession law.
Family Tree Verification
We provide expert analysis and verification of family trees to confirm the legal entitlement of beneficiaries. Whether for probate, intestacy, or private instruction, our genealogists produce clear, evidence-based reports that stand up to scrutiny.
Court of Protection Research Services
We provide expert analysis and verification of family trees to confirm the legal entitlement of beneficiaries. Whether for probate, intestacy, or private instruction, our genealogists produce clear, evidence-based reports that stand up to scrutiny.
Empty Home Services
We assist local councils and legal representatives in tracing owners or heirs to vacant properties. Our goal is to help bring empty homes back into use, supporting community regeneration while resolving ownership issues efficiently.
Funeral Fund
In cases where no estate or relatives are able to cover funeral costs, our Funeral Fund can provide a compassionate solution. We work with funeral directors, local authorities, and families to arrange dignified services and explore reimbursement options.
Training & Support
We offer tailored training and ongoing support to solicitors, local authority teams, and other professionals involved in probate and estate management. Our sessions cover best practices in genealogy, intestacy law, and case handling to ensure confident and compliant service delivery.
No Known Next of Kin
When a person passes away without an identified next of kin, our specialist team works swiftly and discreetly to trace rightful heirs. We partner with local authorities, coroners, and healthcare providers to ensure estates are handled ethically and in accordance with UK succession law.
Family Tree Verification
We provide expert analysis and verification of family trees to confirm the legal entitlement of beneficiaries. Whether for probate, intestacy, or private instruction, our genealogists produce clear, evidence-based reports that stand up to scrutiny.
Court of Protection Research Services
We provide expert analysis and verification of family trees to confirm the legal entitlement of beneficiaries. Whether for probate, intestacy, or private instruction, our genealogists produce clear, evidence-based reports that stand up to scrutiny.
Empty Home Services
We assist local councils and legal representatives in tracing owners or heirs to vacant properties. Our goal is to help bring empty homes back into use, supporting community regeneration while resolving ownership issues efficiently.
Funeral Fund
In cases where no estate or relatives are able to cover funeral costs, our Funeral Fund can provide a compassionate solution. We work with funeral directors, local authorities, and families to arrange dignified services and explore reimbursement options.
Training & Support
We offer tailored training and ongoing support to solicitors, local authority teams, and other professionals involved in probate and estate management. Our sessions cover best practices in genealogy, intestacy law, and case handling to ensure confident and compliant service delivery.
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Property causing issues with locals
An opportunity for providing housing
Interested in buying the property
It is causing problems within your neighbourhood
We can trace the missing owner or next of kin for deceased owners and bring the empty home back into use. Please share with us any property information via our enquiry form and a case manager will be in touch to confirm that our research has begun and keep you updated with our progress.