A Will is not an expensive item, but an extremely good investment.

Death and taxes are inevitable. A properly drafted will caters for both. We assist with the drafting of wills to ensure that the testator’s wishes are implemented and that financial benefits, such as maximum permitted deductions from estate duty, are obtained.

Many people never get around to preparing their will. This leads to a person dying intestate. In terms of the Succession Act specific heirs are determine by an objective set of rules. You may wish someone else to inherit your estate and in these circumstances would need to nominate your beneficiaries in a will.

If there are minor children involved, and you die without a will, any benefit which is due to them will be held by the state in a fund known as the Guardian Fund until such time as they reach the age of majority. This can be impractical and can lead to hardship.

The administration of a deceased estate also takes longer if there is no will since an executor has to make application for appointment and obtain the consent of all major heirs in the estate prior to the appointment. The executor may also be required to file security for the administration of the estate.

All of the above issues can be simply resolved by preparing a simple will.

Although the price of a will can vary dependant on their complexity, De Lange Inc will prepare a will for you for a fee of R 1200.00 (all inclusive)
Attorneys may not be able to help you with where you eventually end up but they can assist in ensuring that your affairs are properly wound up and that the administration of your estate proceeds in a practical and convenient manner.