Setting Up a Testamentary Trust in Your Will
A will decides who inherits. A testamentary trust decides how and when they receive it. For parents of young children,…
Do Stepchildren Inherit? Blended Family Wills
Blended families are common in South Africa, but the law of inheritance has not caught up with how many of…
How Often Should You Update Your Will?
Drafting a will is a big step, and many people treat it as a job done for life. The problem…
Married in Community of Property: Estate Impact
When a spouse dies, most families focus on the will. But before the will can even be applied, there is…
Do You Need a Lawyer to Draft a Will?
With so many free templates and online will generators available, it is a fair question: do you actually need a…
How to Reduce Executor’s Fees on Your Estate
Executor’s fees are one of the biggest costs families face when winding up an estate, but the amount is not…
How Much Does a Will Cost in South Africa?
One of the most common questions we hear from clients thinking about drafting a will is simply: what will it…
How to Get a Letter of Authority in South Africa
When someone dies and their estate is worth R250 000 or less, the process of appointing someone to finalise it…
How Long Does It Take to Wind Up an Estate?
Losing a family member is hard enough without wondering how long it will take before the estate is finally settled.…