BENEFICIARIES of deceased estates are reminded that if there is debt which is older than 24 months, they may qualify for a debt write-off. The property value must not exceed R1 million and the beneficiary must be willing to take over the Municipal account so that no debt re-emerges. The property must be solely owned by the deceased and applicants are encouraged to report the late estate to the Master of the High Court. Additionally, the applicant must be of South African descent.
The documents that are required for the application are:
Applicant’s certified copy of identity document or smart card
Deceased’s death certificate
Letter of executorship or Letter of appointment from the Master of the High Court
In absence of a Letter of executorship or Letter of appointment, the applicant must obtain a proforma affidavit from the Municipality and it must be certified by the South African Police Service
Proof of address and contact numbers
Proof of employment or proof of any source of income
Copy of title deed.
Those interested in applying can approach their nearest Sizakala Centre.