Estate Planning Guides

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Plain-language guides on South African wills, estate duty, digital assets, and executor appointments — written so you can act, not just read.

Executor & Administration5 min read

The Executor Security Bond in South Africa: What It Costs and How to Avoid It

When no executor is named in a will — or a professional is appointed by the Master — a security bond is required. Here's what that means for your estate and how a single clause in your will eliminates it.

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Wills & Estate Planning4 min read

Why Your Will Witnesses Cannot Be Beneficiaries in South Africa

One of the most common will mistakes in South Africa: asking a family member or friend who inherits from you to also witness your will. Here's what the Wills Act says and what happens if you get it wrong.

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Executor & Administration5 min read

How to Appoint an Executor in Your South African Will

Your executor winds up your entire estate. Here's what they do, who qualifies, and the most important clause to include in your South African will.

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Digital Assets6 min read

How to Include Cryptocurrency and Digital Assets in Your South African Will

Crypto, NFTs, online accounts — what happens to your digital assets when you die? Here's how to protect them in your South African will.

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Estate Duty & Tax6 min read

Estate Duty in South Africa Explained: Rates, Exemptions & How to Plan

South Africa's estate duty tax applies to estates above R3.5 million. Learn the current rates, abatements, and legal strategies to minimise what SARS takes from your estate.

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Wills & Estate Planning5 min read

What Happens When You Die Without a Will in South Africa?

If you die intestate in South Africa, the Intestate Succession Act decides who gets your assets — not you. Here's exactly what happens and how to avoid it.

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Wills & Estate Planning7 min read

How to Write a Will in South Africa: A Step-by-Step Guide (2025)

Learn exactly how to write a legally valid will in South Africa. We cover the Wills Act 7 of 1953 requirements, what to include, and how to do it online for free.

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