Trust Focus

SET-UP OF TRUST
An “Inter Vivos” Trust is established during your lifetime. The process to register a trust is fairly easy, but it is of utmost importance to consult an experienced trust attorney to draft the trust deed... READ MORE

ESTATE PLANNING
One of the primary advantages of a living trust is that it offers you tax efficient management and control of your assets after you die... READ MORE

RISK PLANNING
Protection of assets against creditors. Your personal liability is limited to the assets in your name... READ MORE

TAX PLANNING
The advantages of proper tax planning in a well-structured trust are clearly defined in the tax legislation... READ MORE

LEAVING A LEGACY
A Trust is an entity that will “outwit, outplay & outlast’” you, and will not terminate... READ MORE

TRUST FOCUS NEWS

LATEST ARTICLE

19 October 2011

Get a Will / Update your Will

Update your will regularly to ensure peace of mind Everybody needs to draw up a will. If you die without one, you will have no say in the way your estate.... READ MORE

Executor is placed in charge of assets

The executor is charged with taking control of all assets and liabilities and distributing the remainder of your estate.... READ MORE

What should I pay for a will?

You should expect to pay for the will drafting service and separately, at a later date, for the estate administration process.... READ MORE

March, 31, 2011
The importance of a properly drafted trust deed
ABRAHAM KROK TRUST v Commissioner, SARS
In this case, the Supreme Court of Appeal ('SCA') once again reminds us that a laissez-faire approach to trust administration could have costly results.
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March, 17, 2011
Should I buy in the name of a trust or in my personal name?
Getting finance in the name of a trust, is almost impossible with FNB, and here we
steer clear.
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March, 3, 2011
Trusts and Divorce
How does a divorce matter deal with assets held in and owned by a trust?
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February, 17, 2011
Marriages in Community of Property
Written consent of both spouses is required by law in the following circumstance...
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