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02
Jul

7 Common Misconceptions About Wills in South Africa

July 2, 2026,
Most South Africans know that a will is important. Far fewer understand how a will actually works, and the gap between what people assume and what the law says can be costly, contentious, and deeply unfair to the people left behind. The misconceptions around wills are not fringe beliefs held by the uninformed. They are...
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19
May

Can You Successfully Contest a Will in South Africa?

May 19, 2026,
Can You Contest a Will in South Africa? A will is the clearest expression of a person’s final wishes. But what happens when family members believe the will does not reflect what the deceased truly intended — or that the document itself is flawed or fraudulent? The short answer is yes: a will can be...
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12
May

Trust vs Will: Which Is Essential for Your Estate in South Africa?

May 12, 2026,
When it comes to planning your estate in South Africa, you have two primary legal instruments at your disposal: a will and a trust. Both allow you to direct what happens to your assets when you die (or during your lifetime). Both have legitimate and important roles in estate planning. But they are not interchangeable,...
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