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The hidden cost of fiscal drag in Estate Planning

20 April 2026,  André van NiekerkJohnny Davis

Rising inflation eats into the estate duty exemption; smart planning can shield your wealth and heirs.

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Your will may need a passport!

25 March 2026,  Kallen Hoather-Murphy

Own assets abroad? A South African will alone may not protect them. Find out how to avoid delays, taxes, and... legal headaches.

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Integrating SA trusts into global estate plans

04 February 2026,  Francois Fouché

SA trusts can play a key role in global estate planning, but careful compliance is essential.

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Two wills, one goal: Protecting your estate across borders

16 July 2025,  André van Niekerk

Own assets offshore? A single will may not be enough to protect your legacy.

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Planning for the transfer of South African assets on death after emigration

28 August 2023,  Francois Fouché

The prospect of uprooting your family and emigrating to another country probably ranks as one of the most difficult and ... stressful decisions any person will face during their lifetime. There are also so many aspects to consider, that sometimes you don’t consider some of the obvious aspects like how to deal with South African assets that you may still retain following emigration. In this article, we discuss a few of the important aspects you should consider.

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Can the ownership of my South African assets vest offshore?

19 July 2022,  Dr Damian ViviersFrancois FouchéJohnny Davis

With a growing number of clients diversifying their estates offshore and when advising clients on their international estate planning, the... question is often asked whether South African assets can be held by offshore structures formed by and for South Africans.

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PODCAST: How to manage offshore assets in your will and estate planning

15 July 2022,  Francois Fouché

Listen to Francois Fouché, international estate planning specialist from Phatshoane Henney Consult, having an expert discussion on RSG about investments... and the right way to manage offshore assets when it comes to your estate planning and will.

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Accounting and taxation of your offshore investments: are you doing it right?

27 April 2022,  Tanya Strauss

In these unprecedented times, the old saying that nothing is certain except death and taxes, feels truer than ever. This... is particularly the case for taxes of South African residents given the South African Revenue Services’ renewed focus and energy, displayed in the establishment of its Unit for High-Net-Worth Individuals.

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