Navigate estate administration from death reporting to final distribution. Compliant with the Administration of Estates Act 66 of 1965 and Master's Office requirements.
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Master's Office Requirements — Verify Before Lodging
Advome provides the procedural framework for estate administration. Requirements at the Master's Office vary by region and change over time.
Always verify the current document checklist with the specific Master's Office before lodging.
Advome does not lodge documents on your behalf.
1Reporting
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2Lodgement
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3Appointment
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4Inventory
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5Bank Account
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6L&D Account
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7Advertising
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8Distribution
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9Reporting
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10Closure
Estate Readiness60%
⚠️ Lodgement complete — awaiting appointment
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Detect Estate Documents
Upload your death notice, J192, J243, inventory, or Master's letter to detect the stage and next steps.
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Upload Estate Document
Death notice, J192, J243, inventory, or correspondence
Generate a standard covering letter for lodging the reporting pack at the Master's Office.
Verify the current requirements with the specific Master's Office before lodging.
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L&D Account
Liquidation and Distribution account. Tracks estate assets, liabilities, and proposed distribution to heirs.
Administration of Estates Act 66 of 1965Sections 1-35
Governs the administration of deceased estates, appointment of executors, inventory requirements, and distribution procedures.
The Master's Office oversees all estate administrations in South Africa.
Primary LegislationMaster's Office
Wills Act 7 of 1953Sections 1-6
Governs the validity, execution, and interpretation of wills. A will must comply with formal requirements to be valid.
Primary Legislation
Intestate Succession Act 81 of 1987Sections 1-5
Governs distribution where the deceased died without a valid will. Spouse and children are primary beneficiaries.
Primary Legislation
Estates Questions
What documents does the Master's Office need?
Death notice, death certificate, ID documents, marriage certificate, will (if any), and covering letter. Requirements vary by office. Verify before lodging.
How long does estate administration take?
Simple estates: 6-12 months. Complex estates with disputes or property sales: 2-3 years or more.
What is the L&D account?
Liquidation and Distribution account. It lists all assets, liabilities, and shows how the net estate will be distributed to heirs.
Disclaimer
This module provides procedural assistance and legal information for estate administration. It does not provide legal advice. All generated templates must be reviewed before lodging. Users remain responsible for complying with the Administration of Estates Act and Master's Office requirements.
Consult an attorney for complex estates, disputes, or if the deceased died without a will.
Section 34 of the Constitution protects the right of access to justice. Advome supports that right through procedural guidance and structured information — not through the unauthorised practice of law.