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Funeral The Role of Funeral Policies in Preserving Your Legacy Feature

Honouring Traditions: The Role of Funeral Cover in Preserving Your Legacy

Heritage Month in South Africa is a time to celebrate the diverse cultural traditions that shape our society
4 September 2024
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Protecting Tomorrow: The Importance of Funeral Insurance for Women

According to MoneyWEB, Women live longer than men but save less. This statistic is a painful reminder of women's unique financial challenges. As the primary caregivers and often the financial planners of their families, women play a significant role in ensuring the wellbeing of their loved ones. One essential aspect of this responsibility is securing a funeral insurance plan.
7 August 2024
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Avoid funeral cover scams

Funeral policies are there to help soothe the grief of a final goodbye to a loved one. When policies are not what was advertised, it adds to the pain. This month, we outline how you can check that your funeral policy is not a scam.
3 July 2024 | 4 minute read
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Exploring Funeral Services in South Africa

Unpack the funeral industry and ensure you are covered for the inevitable
6 June 2024
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Understanding the Crucial Role of Funeral Insurance

Losing a loved one marks one of life's most profound and challenging experiences. Amidst the whirlwind of emotions, practical matters such as funeral expenses can add an overwhelming burden.
21 February 2024
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Securing Your Legacy: Inspiring Legacies and Financial Security from Vilakazi Street

Commemorating the 30th anniversary of Nelson Mandela's Nobel Peace Prize, this article reflects on the inspirational legacies of Mandela and Desmond Tutu on Vilakazi Street in Soweto. It emphasises the power of leaving a lasting legacy and highlights the importance of securing the financial well-being of loved ones.
30 June 2023 | 3 minute read
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Why you are never too young or too old to plan ahead

In South Africa’s bustling streets, where vibrant cultures intersect, there lies a profound truth that transcends the bounds of time and tradition: the inevitability of death. While the topic may seem morbid or uncomfortable, forward-thinking individuals are increasingly recognizing the importance of early funeral planning as a means to embrace their mortality and experience a newfound sense of vitality.
1 June 2023 | 3 minute read
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The Unexpectedly Thriving Industry

The death industry in South Africa is thriving, and while that may sound macabre, it is a necessary industry that caters to the final rites and farewell of loved ones.
26 April 2023 | 3 minute read
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Burial or Bling?

From mushrooms to diamonds, here are five weird and wonderful ways to spend eternity.
31 March 2023 | 3 minute read
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Last Rights

Not a lot really. While legally your own rights will no longer exist, there are the rights of those left behind, and the courtesies that we extend to them during their grief.
24 February 2023 | 2 minute read
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Coping with death following a natural disaster

Coping with death following a natural disaster

Natural disasters have recently left many South African families dealing with the loss of their loved ones and in the same breath, constrained financially. In this article, we help you look out for any exclusions that your funeral policy might have that could prevent pay out in these specific circumstances.
30 May 2022 | 3 minute read
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Death & frozen bank accounts

When you die your assets are frozen for the executor of the estate to correctly assess the value and determine the solvency of your estate.
27 April 2022 | 2 minute read
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The importance of adequate funeral cover

The price tag for giving your loved one a dignified send-off can dramatically increase as you add on the costs of catering, flowers, and tombstones and other cultural or religious requirements based on your beliefs.
30 March 2022 | 2 minute read
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Rights and regulations around human remains and burial

We discuss the legal aspects of human remains and the rules in relation to all matters related to the disposal of dead bodies
24 February 2022 | 4 minute read
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A rise in funeral insurance fraud due to the COVID-19 pandemic

You could take a financial hit if your insurance company raises your premium levels to counteract the cost of fraudulent claims.
12 November 2021 | 4 minute read
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Providing for your children even after you’re gone

Leaving behind a life insurance policy, writing a Will and setting up a Trust provides financial support and protection for your children in the event of your death.
13 July 2021 | 5 minute read
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Frozen assets after death

Your estate and bank accounts can be frozen for a long time after your death. Here's how you can help your family pick up the pieces and have enough funds to live on.
12 July 2021 | 4 minute read
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Burial society vs funeral insurance

South African communities have been coming together to form stokvels in order to offer financial and emotional support to one another in times of need. Learn more about the legalities of these schemes.
23 March 2021 | 3 minute read
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How to write an obituary

Obituaries are an important tradition to pay tribute and commemorate the life of the deceased. We show you the proper way to write an obituary and what information to include.
23 March 2021 | 2 minute read
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Putting together a living will

We show you how to draft a living will or advance directive that'll bring peace of mind to you and your loved ones because it explains what kind of medical care you want to receive when you cannot speak for yourself.
23 March 2021 | 3 minute read
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Why you should have a funeral plan

Making financial plans to be able to afford your own funeral or that of your loved one's is crucial to ease financial stress during a difficult time of grief.
7 December 2020 | 3 minute read
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A self help guide on putting together your last will and testament

Death is inevitable, therefore it's wise to plan ahead by having a will to ensure that your last wishes are carried out and your estate is distributed accordingly.
19 October 2020 | 4 minute read
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Planning the paperwork of your passing

When you're gone, you can alleviate the burden and stress on your loved ones by putting together a "red file" (also known as a death file) which will house all your valuable information needed to carry out your funeral as well as to settle your estate.
8 October 2020 | 5 minute read
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Funerals in the time of COVID-19

The lockdown and rules regarding funerals have meant that many people have had to balance adhering to the law and practicing their cultural traditions.
31 July 2020 | 2 minute read
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Funerals will go on during lockdown – but with restrictions

South Africa is in lockdown. During this time, very limited activities will be allowed in public. The government wants South Africans to stay at home as much as possible. This is to help prevent the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19).
1 April 2020 | 2 minute read
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How to write a meaningful eulogy

A eulogy is the speech that is given at a funeral. Although this is a very sad time, a eulogy will acknowledge not just the tragedy of the person’s passing but will also pay tribute to the life that they have lived and the love that they have inspired.
4 March 2020 | 5 minute read
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Dealing with Death and Grief

Death is a hard reality and to lose a loved one can leave you experiencing great emotional pain. It is completely normal to find yourself reacting in a variety of ways and to find that your emotions keep switching, as you try and cope with this trauma.
9 December 2019 | 3 minute read
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Preparing for the death of a parent

Imagining life without your parents is tough, but as they grow older, losing your mom and dad becomes a hard fact you have to face
27 September 2019 | 3 minute read
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The Power of Planning Ahead for Funerals

Lizl Finch is our Legal&Tax funeral policy expert, always making sure that life runs smoothly for those left behind after a death.She suggests that making plans for a funeral ahead of time is a useful action to take. This is called pre-or advanced funeral planning.
30 July 2019 | 4 minute read
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Funeral Customs across the Country

South Africa has a fascinating mix of cultures and religions. As we enjoy a democratic society where we are free to mix and mingle amongst each other, we might also experience lifestyles and practices very different to our own.
30 July 2019 | 4 minute read
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The Final Cost: Financing a Funeral

Legal&Tax’s Funeral Plan can be a caring companion at this time of pain. Instead of tying its members down into specific service providers, Legal&Tax pays out in cash immediately.
11 June 2019 | 4 minute read
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