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After a death, there can be a lot of practical things to arrange. This list helps you keep track, one task at a time. Legal steps and deadlines vary by place, so check official guidance. You don't have to do everything at once.

First steps

• Check what needs doing first where you live
• Check how to register the death
• Order certified death certificates
• Find the will

Funeral

• Contact a funeral director
• Check for funeral wishes
• Arrange funeral or memorial details
• Tell family and friends

Tell organisations

• Government agencies
• Bank
• Pension providers
• Insurance companies
• Employer
• GP or doctor
• Utility companies
• Cancel subscriptions

Money and property

• Find out who the executor is
• Check probate requirements
• Check outstanding bills
• Check whether professional advice is needed
• Keep records of estate expenses
• Secure the home
• Arrange mail forwarding

You

• Accept help
• Look into bereavement support

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