by Sentinel | Aug 31, 2020 | Advisory Services
The latest EU succession law change simplifies who inherits your European assets. Alida Malherbe, Wills and Trust Executive at Sentinel International’s Johannesburg office, explains… Most European countries follow a civil law system which differs significantly...
by Sentinel | Aug 12, 2020 | Advisory Services
The implications of the Covid baby bust. Even before the pandemic, developed (wealthier) societies were on the edge of a demographic cliff: population growth has been declining year-on-year and the long-term economic fall-out is grim. Since March 2020, this downward...
by Sentinel | Jul 30, 2020 | Advisory Services
Plenty of firms claim to have ‘cross-border tax specialists’ among their ranks. But not many have the international silverware to back this assertion up. Lizanne, who is taking advantage of Sentinel’s generous study incentives to complete a Master’s in International...
by Sentinel | Jul 9, 2020 | Advisory Services
Everyone should have a will. But for Muslim South Africans who want their estate to be handled according to Islamic Law, a will that clearly states their intentions is all the more important. While most South Africans are painfully aware of the importance of drafting...
by Sentinel | Jul 2, 2020 | Advisory Services
With more and more South Africans seeking greener pastures abroad, it’s vital to ensure that your estate planning is set up in a way that prevents nasty tax surprises. This week’s focus on New Zealand is the first in a series of articles that will cover tax...