Share trusts are trusts created to hold shares in a company on behalf of beneficiaries. Instead of individuals owning shares directly, the trust becomes the shareholder, and the trustees manage the shares and any benefits (like dividends) in line with the trust deed...
Trusts are widely used in South Africa to protect assets, plan for succession, and provide structured support for families and beneficiaries. A trust can be an excellent tool, but it only works if it is governed properly. The people who make it work are the trustees....
A trust is not only a family wealth tool. In South Africa, many entrepreneurs use business trusts to hold and operate commercial assets, share ownership among family members or partners, and plan for succession. Done well, a business trust can support growth and...
The following tax limits are effective immediately. The Single Discretionary Allowance (SDA) for individuals increased from R1 000 000 to R2 000 000. The following tax limits are adjusted with effect from 1 March 2026. The annual...
A living will is one of the most compassionate documents you can create for your family. It tells doctors and loved ones what medical treatment you do or do not want if you cannot speak for yourself. Unlike a Last Will and Testament, which deals with money and...
When someone in South Africa loses the ability to manage their own finances, families often discover that a standard power of attorney no longer works. Banks refuse instructions, bills pile up, and essential assets cannot be sold or maintained. In complex or...
