by VDT Attorneys | Dec 1, 2025 | Business succession, December holiday and your business, Estate Planning
Succession planningSuccession planning is about more than just selecting someone to take over one day. It involves ensuring the business continues to operate smoothly, safeguarding the value that has been built, and preventing unnecessary disruptions when you are not...
by VDT Attorneys | Nov 10, 2025 | Buying property, Commercial Footprint, Comprehensive Will, Deceased Estate, Estate Planning, Fiduciary, Financial Advice, Marriage Act, Property transactions, Wills and estates
Chapter One of Your Legal Legacy: Planning Your Future Together? Our experienced team at VDT Attorneys can provide expert legal support to guide you through every step: ● Understanding your marital regime options: We’ll help you explore what best suits your unique...
by VDT Attorneys | Oct 27, 2025 | Deceased Estate, Estate administration, Estate Planning, Family Trust, Will
In South Africa, the administration and winding up of a deceased’s estate is primarily governed by the Administration of Estates Act 66 of 1965, which outlines the process for reporting an estate, appointing an executor, and distributing assets. In the absence of a...
by VDT Attorneys | Oct 1, 2025 | Estate Planning, International estate planning, Wills and Trusts
The often-quoted phrase “nothing is certain except death and taxes” is crucial for estate planning. South African residents with local and offshore assets need to understand the tax obligations that will arise at their death. Unfortunately, many testators are unaware...
by VDT Attorneys | Sep 4, 2025 | AML, Anti-Money Laundering, Anti-money Laundering Amendment Act, Estate Planning, Tax, Tax Advice, Wills and estates
Estate planning does not operate in a vacuum. It is shaped by tax policy, political pressures, and economic realities. Recent developments in South Africa illustrate how quickly the landscape can change. For example, although the government rejected new...
by VDT Attorneys | Aug 29, 2025 | Accrual, Claims, Deceased Estate, Estate disputes, Estate Planning
Estate planning is one of the most important steps you can take to ensure that your wishes are carried out after your death and loved ones are provided for. It establishes clarity, legal certainty, and peace of mind. However, even a carefully structured estate plan is...
