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Probate or grant fees are charged either as a flat application fee or as a percentage of the gross estate subject to a ceiling. Because the fee is normally payable before the estate's assets can be released, executors often need to fund it from borrowing or a bank's probate facility.
Ad valorem fee
Fee = min(Gross estate x Rate %, Cap)
Total
Total = Ad valorem fee + Fixed application and copy fees
Indicative estimate only. Fees, entitlements, limits and formulas vary by jurisdiction, statute, policy wording and the facts of the case. This is not legal, tax, insurance or financial advice — confirm with a qualified professional or the relevant authority.
Commonly gross value of assets in the jurisdiction, before deducting the mortgage or other debts — which can make the fee larger than expected.
It is an administration expense of the estate, so it is ultimately borne by the residue.