What a beach house and dog called Trouble teach us about succession

What a beach house and dog called Trouble teach us about succession

Estate planning is where wealth collides with family politics, and nowhere does that hit harder than with lifestyle assets.

A study conducted at the request of the government supports the retention of inheritance tax.

The move to a capital gains tax would encourage tax planning, which is very popular, especially among high-income earners.

There are two situations in the distribution of inheritance where the deceased's family member does not have to pay tax at all. The euro can also make a difference. Family members can save significant amounts when the deceased's assets are distributed. In some cases, the partner and children do not have to pay inheritance tax at all. The role of a common-law partner as an heir is complex. It depends on many factors, but sometimes the status of a…

Passing on your property without heirs having to bear inheritance rights can be achieved through several legal and tax strategies, which few people know. Here is an overview of the main methods to consider to bequeath your home without paying inheritance costs, in 2025. Succession: how to avoid paying fees on the leg of my home? Is it possible to bequeath a house during his lifetime? Donation consists in transferring from his lifetime the proper…

Researchers estimate that replacing inheritance tax with capital gains tax would not significantly accelerate economic growth. However, it would reduce tax revenues by 300–400 million euros or even more annually.