New analysis has found “Smith” is the last name most likely in line for a windfall, with a total of 122 unclaimed estates falling under this name, followed by “Jones” with 78 unclaimed estates
The 15 surnames most likely to be owed inheritance have been revealed – as thousands of Brits are urged to check if they are due a payout.
New analysis has found “Smith” is the last name most likely in line for a windfall, with a total of 122 unclaimed estates falling under this name. It is estimated the total value owed could be in the region of an eye-watering £18.3million.
You could also be in luck if your surname is “Jones”as there are a total of 78 unclaimed estates under this last name. People with this last name could be owed a share of £11.7million in inheritance.
The new data from the wills and probate team at national law firm Richard Nelson LLP shows more than 6,000 Brits who could be owed inheritance. The average estate is valued at £150,000, meaning people across the UK could be due a payout worth around £1billion.