Deceased Estates

This division of the Master's office supervises the administration of deceased estates.  The purpose is to ensure an orderly winding up of the financial affairs of the deceased, and the protection of the financial interests of the heirs.  Click on one of the links below for more information on various aspects of deceased estates administration.

The origin of a deceased estate Explains under what circumstances a deceased estate is recognised by law Which deaths? To explain which deaths must be reported to the Master To which Master? This explains to which Master the estate must be reported When and by whom must estates be reported? This gives brief information on who must report the estate and when this must be done  How to report a deceased estate This explains how an estate must be reported and what documents are required.  The necessary documents are also available online Why you need an  appraiser This explains why you may need an appraiser Wills Answers common questions about wills Instestate succession Explains how a deceased estate will devolve if the deceased did not leave a will.