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Welcome to Excall Legacy

Deceased Estates handled with compassion.

We are here to help you make informed decisions about your estate and actively manage your legacy for your loved ones.

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Trusted Guidance When It Matters Most

At Excall, we understand that every estate represents a life and a family. We are committed to handling each matter with integrity, efficiency and genuine care. Our goal is to provide clear guidance and personalised support during what is often a difficult and emotional time.

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Families Offered
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Estate administration is not just about paperwork — it’s about protecting legacies, managing responsibilities with precision and ensuring families receive clear, compassionate guidance every step of the way.

Challenges Our Clients Face

Common issues our Clients Approach Us With

Rushed

Feeling rushed and treated like they are just another client to the system

Legal Confusion

Confused by complex legal steps, requirements and strict deadlines to follow

Children & Assets

Worried about minor children’s inheritance, joint assets and family disputes

Costs & Paperwork

Stressed by unexpected costs, incomplete forms and bureaucratic processes

Benefits of Estate Administration
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What Are the Benefits of Using Excall for Estate Administration

  • Personalised Attention – Focused care for every family.
  • Compassionate Support – Guiding you with empathy.
  • Complete Management – Handling everything from start to finish.
  • Professional Oversight – Liaising with all institutions.
  • Attention to Detail – Nothing is overlooked.
  • Clear Communication – Keeping you informed.
  • Peace of Mind – Focus on family, we handle the rest.
  • Experience & Expertise – 35 years combined knowledge.
  • Problem-Solving – Challenges handled efficiently.
  • Efficiency – Smooth, timely processes.
  • Transparency – Clear costs and responsibilities.
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Expert estate and legacy solutions with care

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Excellent work done on drafting my will. Took their time to understand all the intricasies of my life and take it into account
  
 
  
 
 
 
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It’s been an absolute pleasure working with Excall Legacy. I requested that they draft my will, and the entire process was handled in a professional and seamless manner. Everything was explained clearly, and the process was smooth from start to finish. I highly recommend Excall Legacy for anyone needing assistance with estate planning.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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I am writing to express my sincere appreciation and recommendation for Excall Legacy for the outstanding service they provided in assisting with the administration of my three children’s late father’s estate.

During what was an extremely difficult and emotional time for our family, Excall Legacy conducted themselves with the highest level of professionalism, efficiency, and compassion. Their guidance and support made a complex and stressful process far more manageable, and their dedication to resolving the estate was evident throughout.

I would especially like to commend Valerie Rutley, who was exceptional in every aspect of her work. Valerie was reliable, caring, and highly knowledgeable. She handled all communications regarding the estate with clarity and sensitivity, ensuring that matters were resolved thoroughly and in a timely manner. Her empathy and professionalism provided great comfort and reassurance during a challenging period.

I would not hesitate to recommend Excall Legacy to anyone requiring estate administration services. Their commitment to excellence and genuine care for their clients truly sets them apart.
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Frequently asked questions

You will need to submit an application for a Letter of Authority to the Master of the High Court.

There are certain documents, known as the reporting documents, that must first be completed.

These documents, together with the supporting documents, will then need to be submitted either directly to the Master’s Office or online via the Master’s online portal.

The turnaround time provided by the Master of the High Court is generally 21 working days. However, due to current backlogs, this process may take longer.

Please note that the Master may issue an emergency Letter of Authority on a case-by-case basis, which can be processed within 24 hours in exceptional circumstances.

For example, this may be considered where funds are urgently required to cover funeral expenses and there is no nominated beneficiary on the funeral policy.

It is completely free to obtain a Letter of Authority in South Africa if you choose to handle the estate administration yourself. 

However, if you appoint an attorney or an estate administration company to assist you, they are entitled to charge professional fees for their services.

Some attorneys charge a fixed fee for obtaining a Letter of Authority, while others charge the standard estate administration fee of up to 3.5% (excluding VAT) of the gross value of the estate. 

At Excall Legacy, we can provide you with a full estate administration cost quotation before commencing the administration process, based on the specific circumstances and value of the estate.

An estate can take between 1 to 3 years to be finalised.

This timeframe is dependent on the complexity of the estate, as well as the backlog at the Master’s Office and SARS.

At Excall Legacy, we have an average turnaround time of approximately 12 months, depending on the specific circumstances of the estate.

After obtaining his BComm Management Sciences degree majoring in Investment Management and Financial Management, Ruan decided to study an additional year to include modules in Economics, Financial Accounting, and Marketing Management. In 2013 he decided to become a Financial Advisor at Hereford Group where he has achieved the following achievements to date: Mentoring and managing young advisers since 2015. Became the youngest Shareholder of the group in 2018 Won multiple awards of excellence and have always been in the top 3 performance for the Western Cape over the last decade Member of the MDRT (Million Dollar Round Table) Ruan is also a qualified representative on long- and short-term insurance products.

After obtaining his Honours in Accounting sciences (HCompt), whilst doing his SAICA articles at a small firm in Durbanville focusing on audits, trusts, and estates, Wouter joined the Star Motor Group of companies (now known as MyRide Group) where he was appointed as Financial Director and Operational Director of numerous subsidiaries. In 2013 he became a shareholder in the Group. Here he started Global Motor Administration with other partners, that provided and administered warranty products to the Star Motor Group and numerous other Motor groups. Due to his role in this company, he is also a Key Individual and a qualified representative for short-term insurance products. He decided to start his own Consulting, Accounting, and Tax Planning firm, that focuses on proper structural, financial planning, and tax assistance to Small and Medium enterprises that cannot afford a full-time Financial Manager in their Business. Wouter has been involved in trust management and estate planning since 2011.

After obtaining his Bachelor of Laws (LLB), Danie spent time developing his law skills in various law firms specializing in Labour law. He decided to start his own law consultancy firm, LE Consult Group, in 2009. LE Consult Group is a group of consulting specialists departments which include Labour Law and HR Solutions, Legal consulting specializing in commercial and compliance law, Trust & Fiduciary Services, and BEE Consulting & Advisory. He has been actively involved in trust administration since 2007 and also been assisting clients with estate planning and wills since 2012.