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Making sure you have a funeral plan that provides for a dignified burial may be the first step you take, but there is so much more to consider. These considerations must be stated in your last will and testament.

Death is a difficult and emotional subject to handle. While we can’t take away the pain, we can make the experience a little easier by helping you prepare for the practical realities that need to be in place.

Plan your estate now to eliminate any problems upon your death. Protect your loved ones by minimising the chances of family strife and ugly battles.

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

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.

Understanding Estate Tax in South Africa: A Comprehensive Guide and What to Expect as a Beneficiary

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.

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.

From mushrooms to diamonds, here are five weird and wonderful ways to spend eternity.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.