Discovery South Africa Own What's Yours - a series on Estate Planning

The legal and practical reasons you need a will in South Africa

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If you don’t have a Will or are unsure why you need one, you need to listen to Own What’s Yours, brought to you by Discovery. The idea of estate planning, or getting your affairs in order, may be intimidating. But Harry Joffe, Head of Legal Services at Discovery Life, and his guests remove the guesswork with simple and practical advice.

In this episode, Harry speaks to Chris Murphy, Director at Legacy Fiduciary Services. They discuss the legal frameworks required for a valid professional Will, and how to address your personal and financial circumstances so your loved ones — familial and otherwise — are protected.
5 Jun English South Africa Education · How To

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