Intestate succession: Oral will not legally binding in India

Intestate succession: Oral will not legally binding in India

My brother-in-law passed away in a hospital last year. Before his death, he gave oral instructions on how he wanted his assets divided and asked me to carry out his wishes. He did not leave behind a written will. Now, his mother is claiming a share of his assets, which my sister is contesting based … Read more

How to ensure phased payouts to your nominee in the case of death

How to ensure phased payouts to your nominee in the case of death

In the event of my death, I don’t want my son to receive the entire amount in my mutual fund (MF) investments, bank accounts and term insurance payout in one go. How do I ensure that he gets the money in phases like how it happens through an MF systematic withdrawal plan (SWP)? Can you … Read more

Estate planning under the Hindu and Indian succession acts to ensure a smooth transfer

Estate planning under the Hindu and Indian succession acts to ensure a smooth transfer

I am a Hindu father with two daughters and a son, living in Mumbai. I own a house and some land in my hometown. I’ve heard about the changes made by the Hindu Succession (Amendment) Act, 2005, but I’m not sure how they apply to my situation. How can I plan my estate to ensure … Read more

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