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The complexities of inheriting property in France: a legal insight
Inheriting property in France as a Norwegian can be complex due to the differences between French and Norwegian inheritance laws. The French system follows the principle of forced heirship, meaning that a portion of the estate must go to close relatives, such as children, regardless of the deceased’s will. This can limit flexibility for Norwegians who are used to Norway’s more testamentary freedom, where individuals have greater control over how their estate is distributed.
Additionally, French inheritance laws involve multiple taxes and legal procedures that can differ significantly from the simpler process in Norway, where inheritance tax has been abolished, and the system tends to be less bureaucratic. Navigating these differences, especially cross-border issues like which country’s law applies and tax implications, can require in-depth legal
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