It’s not an easy conversation, but death happens to us all.
Life is busy but your will is one of the most important documents you'll ever draft and all we need is an hour of your time.
Your will is important, so is planning for the costs of dying. Here's why:
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Meet Mark.
Mark is one of only 30% of South Africans who got his will in place in order to protect his family if he’s no longer around.
However...
Mark never thought about the fees his executor & trustees will charge, leaving his estate and beneficiaries with much less than he hoped for.
The Solution!
For as little as R 135 per month, our Legacy Protection Plan™
solves this and many other problems, should you pass away.
Don't be like Mark and leave problems when you want to leave a legacy!
Why do your will with Capital Legacy?
Because whichever way you look at it, we have the solution all under one roof
The Will
With access to a specialist consultant, free collection and safe-keeping, and unlimited amendments at no cost, our services provide an easy and stress-free way to secure your will.
Your Beneficiaries
Our services offer the option to create a trust for your loved ones, especially those with disabilities, and provide a personal estate consultant to guide you through the process.
Your Estate
Our services provide the flexibility of choosing any executor, the assurance of established in-house professionals administering the process, and the option of covering costs up to 100% upfront.
Your Trusts
We will take care of all the trusts required by your will to ensure your beneficiaries are protected and get the most of their inheritance.
Did you know…
Capital Legacy was the first to bring out an insurance policy integrated with your will that pays for the fees and costs when you pass away. It's called the Legacy Protection Plan™ and has revolutionised the industry, helping more than 300 000 South Africans since we launched in 2012.
Calculate your cost of dying
No hidden agendas with us... There are costs but NOT for the will itself, rather the executor & trustee fees should you choose to appoint us. We have a solution for these fees but first, let's quickly help you estimate these.
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Why do I need the Legacy Protection Plan™?
This policy is the most cost effective way to provide funding to cover your estate legal costs. It can also prevent massive delays in administering your estate, saving your family trauma and at worst financial ruin.
Affordable premiums for any age, with BIG benefits
Has no cease-age and covers you for your entire life
Includes cash benefits to plug gaps that your other policies cannot
For as little as R 105.87 pm
Integrated benefits
With the Legacy Protection Plan™
Immediate Liquidity™
When you pass away, your family could have limited access to money. Ensure there is money available to cater for things such as funeral expenses, travel arrangements, groceries and other immediate expenses. This benefit pays within 48 hours giving rapid relief to your loved ones.
Estate Overheads Protector™
Estates take time to wrap up and there are costs that can become an additional burden to your family. This benefit is available in cash to the executor of the Estate, to help them pay for the costs relating to the Estate, such as Master's fees, correspondence fees, property clearance and advertising costs.
Estate Gap Cover™
If both you and your spouse should pass away, it can be a financial shock to your beneficiaries. It’s often too expensive to cover the costs associated with both spouses passing away simultaneously. Through this benefit, you can provide for inheritance taxes and other additional legal costs as well as the loss of monthly income.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a lawyer to make a last will and testament?
Your last will and testament is one of the most important documents you will ever sign. It is also a process that involves a range of considerations. While you don’t, by law, need a lawyer to make a will, getting expert guidance can ensure that your final wishes are carried out effectively.There are several professionals who can help draft your will, such as banks, accountants, organisations that specialise in wills. Can you draft your will yourself? Yes, you can, granted that it meets all the legal requirements for a valid will. DIY wills are even available at stationery shops. There are significant benefits to having a professional help you draft your will. Such as Capital Legacy, SA’s #1 wills and estates specialists.Other than the “who”, it’s even more important to focus on the “what” to meet the legal requirements for valid wills. Here, you’ll need an expert to make your will to ensure you check all the boxes.Anyone aged 16 years or older, who is mentally competent, can draft a will.A will must be in writing – either by hand or typed – and the signature of the testator/testatrix must appear on every page. These signatures must be made in the presence of two or more competent witnesses.Witnesses must be aged 14 years or older and may not be listed as one of the beneficiaries. They must sign the will in the presence of the testator/testatrix and of each other. Witnesses only need to sign the last page of the will.Your original signed will must be held in safekeeping, as a copy of a will is not deemed a valid will. With estate planning considerations, the guidance of a professional also offers peace of mind. When you start your estate planning journey, you will ensure your assets are distributed the way you want and that your loved ones are provided for when you pass away.But what exactly does “estate planning considerations” mean? It means making a plan for everything you own, and everything you owe. It also means making sure there’s enough money to pay off debts, estate taxes and other costs that arise upon your passing.Drafting your will is directly linked with your estate planning considerations, but that’s not all it entails. Things such as your marriage contract/s, capital gains tax and any other income taxes must be considered. We understand that this can all seem a bit overwhelming. That’s why we’re here to make this process as simple as possible. At Capital Legacy, we offer a full suite of will and estate administration services, all under one roof.For more information or to arrange your complimentary will consultation, speak to your financial advisor or contact Capital Legacy.
Why is it important to have a will? What is the purpose of a will?
The principle of freedom of testation is one of the cornerstones of the law of succession in South Africa. This principle allows the testator or testatrix to distribute their assets to whomever they wish. There are, however, laws that determine how a deceased estate is administered (distributed) when someone dies intestate, which is without a will. When you have a valid will, you provide guidance on how your estate should be administered. One of our consultants can meet with you to provide guidance and draft your will at no cost. Questions related to this question:What happens to the part of my estate that my children stand to inherit, if I have no will?What happens if parents die without a will?Who inherits if I have no will?
What happens to my estate when I die?
What you have stated in your will is what is actioned after your death. If you do not have a valid will your estate will be distributed in accordance with the Intestate Succession Act which will not reflect your wishes and might not be in the best interest of your heirs.
Why should I have an Islamic will?
A will conveys your wishes, in a legally binding way, on how you want your estate to be divided. The most fundamental benefit of having an Islamic will is that your estate is administered in terms of Shari’ah. While your estate will be administered according to Islamic law, thus providing for your Islamic heirs and religious liabilities, you still have the freedom to appoint an executor of your choice to attend to this administration process.
Do you need a lawyer to draft a will?
Your last will and testament is one of the most important documents you will ever sign. It is also a process that involves a range of considerations. While you don’t, by law, need a lawyer to make a will, getting expert guidance can ensure that your final wishes are carried out effectively.There are several professionals who can help draft your will, such as banks, accountants, organisations that specialise in wills. Can you draft your will yourself? Yes, you can, granted that it meets all the legal requirements for a valid will. DIY wills are even available at stationery shops. There are significant benefits to having a professional help you draft your will. Such as Capital Legacy, SA’s #1 wills and estates specialists.Other than the “who”, it’s even more important to focus on the “what” to meet the legal requirements for valid wills. Here, you’ll need an expert to make your will to ensure you check all the boxes.Anyone aged 16 years or older, who is mentally competent, can draft a will.A will must be in writing – either by hand or typed – and the signature of the testator/testatrix must appear on every page. These signatures must be made in the presence of two or more competent witnesses.Witnesses must be aged 14 years or older and may not be listed as one of the beneficiaries. They must sign the will in the presence of the testator/testatrix and of each other. Witnesses only need to sign the last page of the will.Your original signed will must be held in safekeeping, as a copy of a will is not deemed a valid will. With estate planning considerations, the guidance of a professional also offers peace of mind. When you start your estate planning journey, you will ensure your assets are distributed the way you want and that your loved ones are provided for when you pass away.But what exactly does “estate planning considerations” mean? It means making a plan for everything you own, and everything you owe. It also means making sure there’s enough money to pay off debts, estate taxes and other costs that arise upon your passing.Drafting your will is directly linked with your estate planning considerations, but that’s not all it entails. Things such as your marriage contract/s, capital gains tax and any other income taxes must be considered. We understand that this can all seem a bit overwhelming. That’s why we’re here to make this process as simple as possible. At Capital Legacy, we offer a full suite of will and estate administration services, all under one roof.For more information or to arrange your complimentary will consultation, speak to your financial advisor or contact Capital Legacy.
Do beneficiaries of a will have any rights?
Yes. The beneficiary(ies) as stipulated in a will have many and various rights. With regards to the process of estate administration, a beneficiary may enquire of an executor or directly from the Master of the High Court’s office as to the progress of the winding up of the estate. With regards to their inheritance, a beneficiary may renounce an inheritance. However, when a beneficiary renounces their inheritance, they renounce their entire inheritance. They cannot renounce just one item/aspect of the inheritance. When joint assets are bequeathed to two or more beneficiaries, the onus is generally on the beneficiaries to amicably distribute the relevant assets in equal share or value. If your query is more specified than what has been addressed here, we recommend that you seek the advice of a will specialist. *For the purposes of answering this question the term beneficiary(ies) refers to heir(s) and legatee(s) as well as the beneficiary(ies) of a trust.
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