Your brother doesn’t lose any rights because of his lifestyle. Inheritance is a legal right provided by the will, and is not contingent on whether a beneficiary “deserves” the right because he doesn’t work or chip in. All executors must have the approval of the beneficiaries to the financial transactions of the estate.
Should inherited money be split between family members?
The standard advice among experts is to divide your estate equally between your children. But there are many reasons why parents consider another option. Two-thirds said a child who steps in as primary caregiver for an aging mom or dad deserves to inherit more than other siblings.
What did my sister do with her inheritance?
The majority of the inheritance was left to my wife who planned to make sure the other sibling was looked after – until she received notice of court proceedings, citing Section 117, from both. My sister’s wealthy sibling withdrew their claim when it came to providing proof of assets.
What happens when you inherit a house with a sibling?
If one of you wants to keep the property and the other wants to sell, this should make it relatively easy for one of you to buy out the other. You’d only have to finance half its value.
Why did my sister move into my father’s house?
My father was not eating or sleeping the Christmas before he died, yet he ‘spent’ €4,000. My sister moved into my father’s house two days after the funeral and locked the rest of the family out. She was painting the house before the will was out.
Can a sister be the executor of an estate?
If the estate owes no debts, and you and your sister are the only heirs, then there is likely no need for the executor to sell the house. You will need your sister’s cooperation to sell the house or you may have to bring a separate partition proceeding if she does not cooperate.
