När en maka eller familjemedlem som äger en fastighet i Spanien går bort utan att ha skrivit ett testamente i Spanien eller i hemlandet, kan proceduren kring arvet bli väldigt kostsamt och tidsödande. I Sverige sker förfarandet med arvsskiftet på … Continued
Konceptet “äktenskapsregim” är ett fenomen som normalt inte förekommer i Sverige. I Spanien och många andra europeiska länder när folk gifter sig, väljer de antingen äktenskapsregim eller att per automatik all egendom i äktenskapet omvandlas till gemensam egendom – så … Continued
Andalusien har alltid varit ett av de mest attraktiva platser i Europa för att köpa fastigheter, med ett härligt klimat, kultur och stränder. Nu har det också blivit ett av de mest förmånliga platserna avseende arvskatter för makar, barn och … Continued
We are specialists in SPANISH & ENGLISH WILLS and Inheritance. On Wednesday March 6th 2019 we are holding Free consultations for Wills at our NERJA OFFICE. With Brexit looming there may be significant tax changes which could affect British citizens … Continued
When a property-owning spouse or family member dies having left no will in Spain or in their country of residence the procedure can be very costly and time consuming. In the UK you can generally notify the Land Registry, the … Continued
A conflict between Article 28 of the Spanish Land & Mortgage law and the European Succession Regulation 650/2015 may sound rather dull. However, in practise it could create particular problems for spouses from countries such as England who have free … Continued
Do you have assets in England or outside of Spain? You should always have a Spanish will for Spanish assets – if this is over 2 years old it is a good idea to get it reviewed due to changes … Continued
As a result of recent inheritance tax changes Andalucia is now one of the most attractive places in Europe to buy property. Not only due to its wonderful climate, culture and beaches but also to a very favourable inheritance tax … Continued
This year 2018 brings good news for family members who inherit property and assets bringing inheritance tax reductions in Andalucia. The regional tax has been reduced, with spouses, children, parents and those registered as partners – parejas de hecho – … Continued
When a spouse or family members dies having left no will in Spain or outside Spain the procedure can be very costly and time consuming. In the UK you can generally notify the Land Registry, the banks etc to transfer … Continued
In the 3 jurisdictions of the UK, England & Wales, Northern Ireland and Scotland the role of an Executor – who often becomes a Trustee – is a personal obligation on the individual and a burdensome role. For this reason, … Continued
Inheritance tax in Spain is charged differently in the regions of Spain if you are an EU resident. There have been some very beneficial inheritance tax changes this year in Andalucia. They apply when both deceased and the beneficiaries … Continued