A key reason to consider structuring real estate assets is the transfer of property to the next generation. Under civil law, there are many tools available for this purpose: advance inheritance, as well as gifts or mixed gifts during one’s lifetime, with or without a right of residence or usufruct, or transferring assets into a real estate company to facilitate transferability to descendants, to name just a few examples.
But for cohabiting couples—whether married or not—the question also arises of the optimal asset structure for the shared home, the vacation home, or for holding investment properties. And how should one deal with the often very high inheritance taxes on real estate located abroad?
In any case, sustainable and successful planning requires a solid understanding of the tax law aspects.
In this seminar, participants will learn about and discuss tax planning options and pitfalls using realistic examples drawn from the practical experience of seasoned civil and tax law experts.