E-Deceased Estates

The process of administering a Deceased Estate can be complex and time-consuming.  We understand that dealing with the death of a loved one is never easy and the process of administrating a Deceased Estate can be overwhelming, especially during a time of grief. 

e-Legal Services offers a comprehensive estate administration to ensure that all legal requirements are met and that the estate is handled efficiently and effectively. 

Our compassionate and personalised approach ensures that you are kept informed throughout the entire process, and we are always available to answer any questions you may have. 

E- Deceased  Estates Services are limited to the Jurisdiction of Western Cape – the Master of  High Court Office Cape Town

What are the costs

e-Legal Services charges Executors’s fee on winding up of Deceased Estate which is payable from the Estate and Statutory Prescribed Fee:

• Executor’s remuneration: 3.5% calculated on the gross value of the assets
• Income collection fee: 6% calculated on all post-death revenue.

The Executor’s fee does not include the following:

• Costs of Advertisements 
• Debts of the deceased person
• Master’s Fee
• Conveyancing transfer fees of property as per tariff
• Accountant fees if required and tax liabilities of the Deceased
• Litigation fees if any

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