The Woman & Finance Podcast
Hi, I’m Mapalo Makhu, your host, personal finance educator, and author of You're Not Broke, You're Pre-Rich. I hold a BCom Finance degree, a Postgraduate Diploma in Financial Planning and a Postgraduate Diploma in Investment Planning, with over 10 years of experience in the financial services industry. More importantly, I’m deeply passionate about empowering women to take charge of their financial futures.
This podcast is a judgment-free space for open and insightful conversations about money—without the confusing jargon. Whether you’re looking to budget more effectively, get out of debt, start investing, or build lasting wealth, this is the place for you.
Each episode brings you practical advice, expert insights, and real conversations designed to help you make informed financial decisions with confidence. Because financial freedom isn’t just for a select few—it’s for everyone ready to take control.
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The Woman & Finance Podcast
You Do Not Die for Free– Wills, Trusts & Protecting Your Family’s Future | Estate Planning Explained
In South Africa, less than 15% of people die with a valid will — and that means the State decides what happens to everything you’ve worked for.
In this episode, Moremadi Mabule joins me to break down wills, trusts, marriage contracts, and how to protect your family from financial chaos when you’re gone.
We cover:
⚖️ What happens when you die without a will (intestate)
👩🏾❤️👨🏾 How marital contracts affect inheritance
👶🏾 Protecting your children’s inheritance through trusts and beneficiary funds
💰 Liquidity, debts, and the real cost of dying unprepared
🗂️ Why you need a “Life File” — and what to include
🎧 Listen. Learn. Put a plan in place.
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