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How do I get executorship?
Application for the Letter of Executorship/Authority needs to be made at the Master of the High Court in the province where the deceased lived during the 12 months preceding his/her death. Should the estate value be more than R 250 000 the Master of the High Court will insist that a Professional Body such as a bank or a trust company (known as fiduciary service providers) assist with the administration as there are certain requirements that need to be met to finalise the estate.