History with a future
Crest Trust was founded by Ian Brink on the 1 st of July 2005 and celebrates its 15 th year in the fiduciary industry as a well-established role player. Crest Trust was born from a strong need for more personalised support in the SME and high-net worth markets.
Crest Trust Holdings Incorporated is a personal limited professional incorporated company with shareholders and directors, Ian Brink, Helena Christie and Corlia van der Merwe.
Someone is sitting in the shade today because someone planted a tree a long time ago.
– Warren Buffet
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Services we offer
Estateplanning
Estate planning does not only include measures which come into effect at the death of the owner of the estate.
Wills
A Will is the most important document one will ever sign. Having an up-to-date Will means that the estate will be distributed according to the wishes of the client
Trusts
The setting up of a trust often has its origin in the planning of one’s estate and is used as a financial vehicle, offering protection of assets against potential financial mishaps.
Administration of deceased estates
We have a well-established department that administers all of our deceased estates, making use of a software program called Legal Ease.
Drafting of fiduciary related business contract and agreements
We have legal experts who are skilled in drafting customised agreements as well as most other fiduciary related business agreements and contracts.
Tax advice
Crest Trust can help you keep to the straight and narrow when it comes to complying with fiduciary tax, as well as opening you up to the avenues of tax benefits related to declaring your fiduciary constituents.
Latest News
Everything You Need to Know About Estate Duty
Estate planning is an essential part of managing your wealth and ensuring that your assets are distributed according ...
Understanding Capital Gains Tax in South Africa
Capital Gains Tax (CGT) is an important consideration for individuals, businesses, and trustees in South Africa. Whet...
Fundamentals of Buying and Selling Property From Deceased Estates in South Africa
When someone dies, their assets and liabilities fall into a deceased estate that must be wound up under the supervisi...
Everything You Need to Know About a Beneficiary Register for South‑African Trusts
A South‑African trust can be a powerful vehicle for asset protection and estate planning – but only when it is tr...
Understanding Estate Liquidity in South Africa
Estate planning is not just about who inherits your assets; it’s also about how easily those assets can be converte...
What is Trust Abuse
Trusts are widely used in South Africa to preserve family wealth, ring-fence assets from creditors, and provide long-...
CREST TRUST – HISTORY WITH A FUTURE
You are sitting in the shade today because someone planted a tree a long time ago. -Warren Buffet Crest Trust was fou...
Considerations When Naming a Trust as a Beneficiary in Your Will
Having a watertight Will is the cornerstone of effective estate planning, but many South Africans overlook one powerf...
Fundamentals of Estate Duty in South Africa
When it comes to estate planning, one of the most important considerations is understanding estate duty. In South Afr...
Everything You Need to Know About Bequeathing Fixed Property in South Africa
Bequeathing fixed property—such as a home, farm, or commercial building—is a significant aspect of estate plannin...
The Difference Between an Insolvent Estate and an Estate with a Cash Shortfall
When a loved one passes away, the administration of their estate can be a complex and emotionally taxing process. One...
The Importance of Beneficial Ownership Registration for Both Trusts and Companies
In today’s evolving regulatory landscape, beneficial ownership registration has become a crucial requirement for bo...
Crest Trust Directors
Ian Brink
Helena Christie
Francois du Plessis
Fiduciary Compliance
