The documentation of an Estate Will isn’t something most of us like thinking about, given all the implications it is accompanied with, but it is a bitter pill we are all forced to face - in the aftermath of a family member’s passing, how does one go about managing their estate and inheritance, and worse - can disputed money matters embitter existing familial relationships and invite a time for hardships?

In this article, we explore what the succession certificate is, what it entails, how to procure it and its importance. An individual’s death is immediately followed by a flurry of logistical activities, leaving their near and dear ones with no time to grieve. By making the process and its role clearer, we hope to make the coping process easier who those struggling with loss.