How to dematerialise and transfer physical share certificates to legal heirs?ET Wealth Reader's Query: I recently found several bonds and share certificates in physical form belonging to my late father. How can I get...
09 Jun, 2026, 01.58 PM IST
Property partition after owner’s death: A guide for legal heirs to divide assetsPartition of a property means the legal division of jointly owned property among co-owners or legal heirs, severing joint occupancy into in...
16 Apr, 2026, 05.22 PM IST
Don’t let property turn into a legal battle: Essential steps heirs should take after owner’s deathManaging property after an owner's death requires a structured approach, starting with checking for a Will or identifying legal heirs. Upda...
03 Apr, 2026, 08.15 AM IST
Inherited property, money or investments? Six tax questions every heir needs answers forNavigating taxes after inheriting assets can be complex. Legal heirs can file the deceased's tax returns and receive refunds, but their lia...
26 Jan, 2026, 06.30 AM IST
Allegations of adultery can’t deny a wife her family pension, rules Bombay HCIn a significant verdict, the Bombay High Court has upheld the rights of a widow by granting her the family pension she deserves. Despite h...
10 Dec, 2025, 10.57 AM IST
How to claim your inheritance — property, EPF, bank FDs, mutual fundsNavigating the inheritance of assets following a loved one's death can be a daunting task. Families are tasked with understanding the legal...
03 Nov, 2025, 11.07 AM IST
These SBI death claims can be settled in home branch onlyState Bank of India simplifies death claim settlements. Nominees can file online for savings accounts and fixed deposits. Visit the Decease...
28 May, 2025, 01.23 PM IST
Dhirubhai Ambani’s signature will go to waste! Chandigarh man who found Rs 12 lakh worth Reliance shares plans to walk awayA Chandigarh resident discovered 37-year-old Reliance share certificates worth Rs 12 lakh but decided against digitization due to bureaucra...
13 Mar, 2025, 12.02 PM IST
PPF, SCSS, Sukanya Samriddhi, other small savings schemes: What happens if an accountholder dies without nominee; govt clarifiesPPF, SCSS, Sukanya Samriddhi, other small savings schemes: The Finance Bill 2023 has proposed to amend the Government Savings Promotion Act...
22 Feb, 2023, 10.30 AM IST
How to get legal heir certificate or surviving member certificate in case of death without willIn legal paralance, a legal heir certificate or surviving member certificate is one and the same thing. This certificate is needed to trans...
29 Sep, 2022, 09.20 AM IST
Property frauds: 4 checks that will keep you safeHouse buying is perhaps the biggest investment an individual makes in his lifetime. Any laxity in doing due diligence could cost you your e...
01 Jul, 2022, 09.36 AM IST
Sebi board overhauls rules for collective investment schemesThe Sebi board, which met under the chairpersonship of Madhabi Puri Buch for the first time since she took charge in March, has increased t...
30 Mar, 2022, 05.58 AM IST
Estate planning: Making a will is just the first step; here's what else you have to doOnce an individual dies, his/her will comes into effect. However, in certain cities before the division of assets can take place, the legal...
10 Jun, 2021, 04.57 PM IST
Charges on transfer of property, shares and mutual fund units after death of ownerAccording to experts, no stamp duty has to be paid for the transmission of property and other assets to the legal heir. However, there are ...
10 Jul, 2020, 11.20 AM IST
Who will own Jayalalithaa’s wealth? Court battles to decideThere are multiple potential claimants to the assets which fall in three categories: owned before Jayalalithaa became chief minister in 199...
04 Dec, 2017, 01.11 PM IST
Indian mission in Kuwait issues rules for compensation claimsThe embassy said it has five qualified lawyers on its panel whose services can be utilized in such cases.
04 Feb, 2015, 03.44 PM IST