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Appointing an Executor

Posted on July 25, 2011 by admin

In the Weekend Argus’ PERSONAL FINANCE of July 23, 2011 is an excellent article by Bruce Cameron on the importance of appointing a good executor (The grave nature of choosing an executor). I recommend everyone reads it and revisits their … Continue reading →

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Writing a Will

Posted on March 26, 2011 by admin

First of all, if you own assets of any sort that have some value (talking of a few thousand plus), you should write a will. So that’s probably most of us over the age of 18 (although there are some … Continue reading →

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Intestate – what happens if you die without a will?

Posted on March 3, 2011 by admin

Who needs a will? About 50% of the population does not have a will, and the sad reality is that if you are one of them, it will cause unnecessary complications and delays to the people you leave behind to … Continue reading →

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Dead letter

Posted on February 1, 2011 by admin

I just read an article on Personal Finance’s blog which was both amusing and informative relating to administering a deceased estate. It is titled ‘Dead Letter‘ and worth a read if you are in the process of administration of a … Continue reading →

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Government Gazette

Posted on February 1, 2011 by admin

When advertising a deceased estate in the Government Gazette the cost is currently R30.58, no longer the R26.60 specified in our guide. Our next print run will reflect this amended cost, but it is always advisable to check on any … Continue reading →

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Personal Finance

Posted on January 21, 2011 by admin

“Where there is a Will…” was reviewed by Personal Finance magazine in their 4th Quarter 2010 issue. To read the review click here. This issue also contains very useful information regarding the writing of Wills and related matters. As their … Continue reading →

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Welcome 2011

Posted on December 29, 2010 by admin

The new year is here, and we have a new website. We have decided to change the site to include a blog where we can pass on any information relevant to administering a deceased estate, and also a page for … Continue reading →

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