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Asset

DEFINITION

An asset is an item owned by a person or company. Assets have a present or future value and are available to meet debts, commitments, or legacies. Assets owned by a person are referred to as “Personal Assets”.

Common Examples of Personal Assets

  • Stokvel funds, Money Market Accounts, Cash 
  • Property or land
  • Livestock (e.g. cattle, sheep)
  • Furniture, Jewellery, Cars
  • Pensions, Shares, Life Insurance Policies, Government Bonds

Information Source:
Oxford Languages
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