The notary’s fees are calculated based on the full ownership value of the property, even if you retain the usufruct. This is provided for under Article A444-67 of the French Commercial Code.
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It is possible to give your niece up to €31,865 without her having to pay any gift tax, provided that you have no descendants (children or grandchildren), that you are under 80 years of age, and that your niece is of legal age on the date of the gift (Article…
Yes. A minor may receive a gift, but as they are legally incapable (Article 414 of the Civil Code), a legal representative (usually a parent) must on their behalf (Articles 935 and 382 of the Civil Code).
No. When a person is unable to manage their own affairs, the guardianship judge may authorise one or more persons to represent them, assist them, or carry out one or more acts on their behalf. Pursuant to Article 494-6 of the French Civil Code, in the case of a general…
No. The law strictly prohibits any gifts or legacies to court-appointed guardians for protected adults, regardless of when the will was written (Article 909 paragraph 2 of the Civil Code).