Ancestral property refers to assets—such as land, homes, or other immovable property—that are passed down through generations within a family. Typically, these inheritances date back several decades or even centuries, forming a lineage-based ownership … READ FULL STORY
In cases where an asset is held jointly by several owners, the need for partition arises to divide it among the owners. Division of joint property or land is a common example. The question … READ FULL STORY
Under the Indian Succession Act of 1925, the assets of a man who dies without leaving a will are divided between his widow and children, the Madras High Court (HC) has ruled. The mother … READ FULL STORY
Assets of a person pass on through two ways after his death. The first way under which this can happen, is through a Will. A Will refers to a legal document that states that … READ FULL STORY
Succession certificate Property owners, who expire without leaving a will, are said to have died intestate. In such cases, the family has to get a succession certificate, which certifies the successor of the deceased. … READ FULL STORY
Passing on the assets of a person after his/her death, involves several critical issues, especially if it involves the inheritance of property. Therefore, it is important to understand the various inheritance laws, to avoid … READ FULL STORY
