by VDT Attorneys | Nov 22, 2012 | Estate Planning, Property, Transfer
Important to note is that the window to make use of this tax amnesty is closing with the deadline of 31 December 2012 fast approaching. This begs the question as to whether there is still enough time left to make use of this amnesty before the end of the year and...
by VDT Attorneys | Sep 27, 2012 | Estate Planning, Family, Insurance, Trust, Will
But what will happen if Jeremy passes away before he has the opportunity to change the beneficiary on his life insurance policy? Will the proceeds of Jeremy’s policy be paid to his ex-wife and will his minor daughter, Hannah, be left without any rights to the proceeds...
by VDT Attorneys | Aug 21, 2012 | Estate Planning, Family, Trust, Will
The word trust is often used quite loosely and in a variety of contexts. In this article we deal with the correct approach to considering the inclusion of a trust as part of your family’s estate planning. The type of trust discussed is accordingly a typical...
by VDT Attorneys | Aug 21, 2012 | Estate Planning, Family, Marriage, Property, Will
Underneath the surface of all the wedding hype there lies the legal principles that underpin every marriage. As a union to which our law attaches specific consequences, the legal aspects of every marriage must be understood. In addition, the process of getting...
by VDT Attorneys | Aug 21, 2012 | Estate Planning, Family, Marriage
The wedding is round the corner, the dress is finally done, the suit decided on and the flower arrangements settled. Now for the last item on my list – make an appointment with a lawyer and find out about this ‘ANC’ and accrual system everyone keeps telling us about?...
by VDT Attorneys | Jul 17, 2012 | Estate Planning, Trust, Will
The importance of a will cannot be overstated. Not only does it provide expression to a deceased person’s last wishes regarding the division of his/her assets but it can provide financial security for loved ones for years to come. It can thus rightly be said that a...
