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Guidance on wills, estates and succession
Search 290 articles covering everything from drafting your first will to administering a deceased estate through the Master's Office.
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24 June 2025
What to Know About Deceased Estate Auctions in South Africa
Discover everything about deceased estate auctions in SA: legal process, benefits, and key tips for buyers, executors, and beneficiaries.
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24 June 2025
How to Apply for a Letter of Executorship in South Africa
How to apply for a Letter of Executorship in SA. Learn the steps, documents needed, and tips for a smooth deceased estate administration.
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24 June 2025
Executor’s Fees in South Africa: How Much Do They Charge?
Executor’s fees explained! Learn about how much executors charge, how fees are calculated, and ways to manage estate administration costs.
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24 June 2025
Can a Spouse Be an Executor of a Will? Legal Implications
Spouses can serve as executors, but there are legal implications. Learn the benefits, risks, and steps for appointing a spouse as executor.
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24 June 2025
Executor or Executrix: What Do These Legal Terms Mean?
Discover the role of executors and executrixes in SA, and key legal insights to help you navigate estate administration effectively.
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19 June 2025
How to Handle Claims from Creditors Against a Deceased Estate
Learn how to handle creditor claims against a deceased estate in South Africa. A step-by-step guide for executors and heirs.
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19 June 2025
Top Tools and Software to Help Executors Manage Estates
Discover the top tools and software for estate executors, ensuring efficient, compliant estate administration and smoother collaboration.
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19 June 2025
Understanding the Bond of Security for Executors in South Africa
Bond of Security for Executors: Learn its importance, requirements, and process in simple terms to protect estates and beneficiaries.
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19 June 2025
Common Pitfalls for First-Time Executors
Learn the key pitfalls facing first-time executors in South Africa and how to avoid them for a smooth estate administration process.
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19 June 2025
How Executors Should Handle International Assets
Discover how executors in South Africa can effectively handle international assets, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and peace of mind.
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19 June 2025
Explaining Key Estate Planning Terms
Your easy-to-understand guide to key estate planning terms in South Africa. Learn about wills, trusts, executors, and more.
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19 June 2025
What if Executors Resign Before Completing Their Duties?
An in-depth guide on what happens if an executor resigns before completing their duties. Learn legal steps, consequences, and solutions.
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18 June 2025
Sample executor’s checklist
Discover a comprehensive sample executor’s checklist to guide South African executors through responsibilities, steps, and best practices. 📋
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18 June 2025
Who approves the L&D Account of a deceased estate?
Discover who approves the L&D account of a deceased estate, understanding the legal process and steps for executors and beneficiaries. 🤝
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17 June 2025
How Executors of an Estate Can Ensure a Smooth Estate Settlement
Learn how executors can ensure a smooth estate settlement in South Africa with practical steps, legal guidance, and expert tips.
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