Who will inherit according to the laws of Finland

Who will inherit according to the laws of Finland

The order of inheritance tells who inherits the deceased person. The testator can change the order of inheritance provided that he or she has made a will. However, child or grand child has always the right to receive half of the inheritance they would have received if...
Deed of the Estate Inventory (“perunkirjoitus”) in Finland?

Deed of the Estate Inventory (“perunkirjoitus”) in Finland?

The Deed must, without exception, be submitted to Tax authorities within three (3) months after the person’s death. What is the Deed of Estate Inventory (“perukirja)? A Deed of Estate Inventory (“Deed”) is a summary of all the deceased’s assets and liabilities...
Distribution of inheritance in Finland

Distribution of inheritance in Finland

After the estate inventory has been done, the property can be divided to the heirs. However, there is no time limit for the division. It is also possible in Finland that, the heirs can agree to only divide a part of the estate or not to divide the estate at all. The...