A brief overview of the matrimonial property regimes in South Africa and the unforeseen consequences they have on your estate. Whether you are young and considering marriage, or you have already made the commitment, it is important to plan ahead to deal with any unforeseen issues you may be faced with in advance.

We delve into the controversial world of digital assets, in particular NFTs. Are you aware of the ownership rights attached to NFTs and the potential implications these assets have on your estate for tax and exchange control purposes? In the fifth part of our estate planning series we provide a simple description of NFTs and provide you with insight as to the implications these assets have on your estate.

What is the real benefit of an offshore trust and is it worthwhile to go through the effort of establishing one? In the fourth part of our estate planning review series, we’re taking a look at the basics of an offshore trust, its management and its benefits.

We consider whether wills and trusts should be considered collaboratively. To do this, we delve into the basic purpose of wills and trusts separately and explore their potential impact on one another.

We delve into the realm of foreign jurisdictions and international assets, as well as how to plan your estate in such a way as to deal with the foreign and local implications on informed terms.

Estate administration is a confusing and complicated process, which is why it is important to have a knowledgeable executor to ensure that the estate administration process is undertaken in line with the Administration of Estates Act, 66 of 1965 (as amended) and that it is handled with empathy, efficiency and professionalism.

It is arguable that trusts have, to an extent, lost their magic as far as tax benefits are concerned. This does not, however, mean that trusts are no longer beneficial.
Our in-house legal expert, Savannah Solomons, highlights the benefits of a properly drafted trust deed, as well as common practical issues that could hinder the process.

Savannah Solomons, head of trust and fiduciary, discusses the pitfalls of dying intestate and the effects in can have on your assets.