Dear Valued Clients,

Start the Year with Peace of Mind

The New Year is the perfect time to set goals, whether it’s improving your health, buying your dream home or advancing your career. One resolution that often gets overlooked is protecting your loved ones with a valid, well-drafted Will. Making time for your Will now is a simple yet powerful step toward a more secure and organized year ahead.

Why a Will Matters

A professionally drafted Will allows you to clearly set out your wishes and maintain control over what happens to your assets and responsibilities after your passing. It ensures that your estate is distributed according to your intentions, that the right people are appointed as executors, trustees and guardians, and that your loved ones are provided for in the way you choose.

A valid Will also prevents uncertainty, delays, and potential disputes during an already difficult emotional time. Without a Will, your estate will be administered under the strict laws of Intestate Succession, which may lead to outcomes that do not reflect your personal wishes or family circumstances, especially in cases involving blended families, stepchildren and life-partnerships.

Life Changes, So Should Your Will

Life moves fast. Marriage, divorce, the birth of a child, the loss of a loved one, changes in your financial position, or even relocating abroad can all have a significant impact on how your estate should be handled. When your circumstances change, your Will should change too. Regularly reviewing and updating your Will is therefore essential to ensure your wishes remain accurate and effective.

Take Action Today

Make 2026 the year you take control. Contact Engelize Hitchcock at Engelizeh@sentineltrust.co.za or Celeste Barnard at Celesteb@sentineltrust.co.za.

Alternatively click on the Contact us provide us with your contact details and we will contact you.

Start the year with the confidence that your loved ones are safeguarded and your affairs will be handled exactly as you intend.