No Will? No way!
Death without a will creates unnecessary complications for loved ones Dying without carefully preparing a Last Will and Testament which specifically outlines who should inherit your belongings, causes unnecessary distress at an already difficult time for your family and friends. The absence of a Will also means that the law will decide who gets what, and how much. Our fiduciary services team urges you to make sure you prepare a Last Will and Testament as soon as possible to avoid any undue stress and confusion. The Act according to South African law which controls how your assets are transferred is the Intestate Succession Act, 81 of 1987. If a person dies without a Will in SA, it means that the deceased has died ‘intestate’. In this case, family members have to nominate an official Executor (administrator) to manage the intestate... Read More
