One of the questions we frequently get asked is “How to FICA a Deceased Estate”. Below we will explore what a Deceased/Late Estate is and what Customer Due Diligence (CDD) documents and disclosures are required from an Accountable Institution’s perspective to FICA…
When drafting your last will and testament in South Africa, there are several essential things to consider:
1. Identify your assets and liabilities
Before drafting your will, you need to make an inventory of all your assets and liabilities. This will help you determine…
The court in Segone v Minister of Home Affairs and Others [2022] JOL 54179 (GJ) was called on to decide whether the purported customary marriage between...
Practical planning, preparation and picking up the pieces
Losing loved ones can be debilitating, but you can find the strength to step up and make their...
A trust is a legal document that is set up and registered, whereby the trustees hold assets for the beneficiaries of the trust without owning such assets.
When...