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Deceased Estate Administration
Wealth Architect provides professional deceased estate administration services in accordance with South African law. We support executors, heirs, and beneficiaries through every stage of the estate administration process, ensuring legal compliance, transparency, and efficient resolution during a sensitive period.
Our structured, education-led approach ensures all stakeholders understand their rights, obligations, and timelines while safeguarding the estate and its beneficiaries.
Understanding Deceased Estate Administration
Deceased estate administration is the legal process of managing and distributing a person’s assets after death. This process is governed by South African legislation and includes reporting the estate, settling liabilities, and distributing assets to beneficiaries.
Wealth Architect assists clients throughout this process, ensuring compliance with the Administration of Estates Act while reducing delays, disputes, and administrative risk.
Our Estate Administration Services
Reporting of deceased estates to the Master of the High Court
- Assistance with appointment of executors
- Estate asset identification and valuation support
- Liaison with SARS and regulatory authorities
- Settlement of liabilities and creditor claims
- Preparation of liquidation and distribution accounts
- Transparent communication with beneficiaries
- Final distribution of estate assets
Administering a deceased estate involves strict legal requirements, timelines, and regulatory oversight. Errors or delays can result in disputes, penalties, or prolonged hardship for beneficiaries.
By appointing a professional fiduciary advisor, families and executors benefit from structured processes, regulatory compliance, and independent oversight that protects both the estate and its beneficiaries.
Our Structured Approach
1. Assessment & Reporting
We assess the estate and ensure proper reporting to the relevant authorities.
2. Compliance & Oversight
We manage regulatory compliance, SARS matters, and legal obligations.
3. Administration & Communication
We oversee estate administration while keeping beneficiaries informed.
4. Distribution & Closure
We ensure accurate, compliant distribution and finalisation of the estate.
Who We Assist
- Executors and administrators
- Beneficiaries of deceased estates
- Families managing complex estates
- Professionals requiring fiduciary support