There are laws governing how estates must be wound up. Complying with these laws can often be a complex matter, both for the executors and for the heirs. Deloitte experts at Private Client Services will guide you through every step of the process.

Reality
Besides the inevitable emotional aspects, you will be confronted by numerous practical matters that need to be arranged. Generally speaking the inheritance procedure occurs in three steps. First, a certificate of inheritance must be drawn up immediately after death. This legal instrument, executed by a civil notary, names the heirs. Secondly, the inheritance must be declared to the tax authorities. Thirdly, it is necessary to divide up the estate.

The Deloitte Approach
You will probably wish to obtain professional help if you are the one who will be dealing with the inheritance on behalf of all heirs, and have possibly also been named as the executor. You might also want a second opinion on a proposal to divide up the estate in which you are one of the heirs. Or as an heir you might need advice on the most prudent way of winding up and dividing the estate. We discreetly assist and advise heirs (collectively or individually) in handling their inheritance.

More Information
To learn more about the added value of Deloitte Private Client Services, please contact Ruben Freudenthal, Tax partner, on +31 (0)71 535 23 52, or send an e-mail to rfreudenthal@deloitte.nl.