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Lizl Finch is our Legal&Tax funeral policy expert, always making sure that life runs smoothly for those left behind after a death.She suggests that making plans for a funeral ahead of time is a useful action to take. This is called pre-or advanced funeral planning.

South African communities have been coming together to form stokvels in order to offer financial and emotional support to one another in times of need. Learn more about the legalities of these schemes.

Obituaries are an important tradition to pay tribute and commemorate the life of the deceased. We show you the proper way to write an obituary and what information to include.

Imagining life without your parents is tough, but as they grow older, losing your mom and dad becomes a hard fact you have to face

In South Africa’s bustling streets, where vibrant cultures intersect, there lies a profound truth that transcends the bounds of time and tradition: the inevitability of death. While the topic may seem morbid or uncomfortable, forward-thinking individuals are increasingly recognizing the importance of early funeral planning as a means to embrace their mortality and experience a newfound sense of vitality.

Legal&Tax’s Funeral Plan can be a caring companion at this time of pain. Instead of tying its members down into specific service providers, Legal&Tax pays out in cash immediately.

The death industry in South Africa is thriving, and while that may sound macabre, it is a necessary industry that caters to the final rites and farewell of loved ones.

Death is a hard reality and to lose a loved one can leave you experiencing great emotional pain. It is completely normal to find yourself reacting in a variety of ways and to find that your emotions keep switching, as you try and cope with this trauma.

South Africa is in lockdown. During this time, very limited activities will be allowed in public. The government wants South Africans to stay at home as much as possible. This is to help prevent the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Making financial plans to be able to afford your own funeral or that of your loved one's is crucial to ease financial stress during a difficult time of grief.

Making sure you have a funeral plan that provides for a dignified burial may be the first step you take, but there is so much more to consider. These considerations must be stated in your last will and testament.

While the cost of living is a well-documented concern for many South Africans, an aspect often overlooked is the expense associated with the end of life.

The price tag for giving your loved one a dignified send-off can dramatically increase as you add on the costs of catering, flowers, and tombstones and other cultural or religious requirements based on your beliefs.

Make today better by not having to worry about tomorrow.

The lockdown and rules regarding funerals have meant that many people have had to balance adhering to the law and practicing their cultural traditions.

While we are working towards making better lives for our children and our families, we can underestimate the challenges that can come when we lose a parent or guardian.

Death remains one of life's certainties, yet it's often the least discussed and most daunting to prepare for.

Commemorating the 30th anniversary of Nelson Mandela's Nobel Peace Prize, this article reflects on the inspirational legacies of Mandela and Desmond Tutu on Vilakazi Street in Soweto. It emphasises the power of leaving a lasting legacy and highlights the importance of securing the financial well-being of loved ones.