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In inheritances where there are no children, but either one or both parents of the deceased are alive, then the parents are forced heirs. If there is a will, the forced heirs are entitled, in equal proportions, to one-half of the Puerto Rico Estate (the "legitimate portion").
Currently, there is a 10% tax on property transferred by gift or inheritance that is not subject to exemption. Recipients of property that is subject to gift or inheritance taxation may increase their tax basis by the fair market value of the property at the time of the transfer.
All real estate in Puerto Rico is subject to the probate system. This system is based on a "forced heir" policy, that states that all children need to receive from the decedent (the person that died).
In the absence of a will (intestate estate), estate is distributed equally among forced heirs. The portion reserved for forced heirs in a will is reduced to 50%. In the absence of a will, estate is still distributed equally among forced heirs.
Puerto Rican inheritance law can be confusing to those who aren't familiar with it. So it's essential that you create a will that dictates your wishes. Without one, your estate may be inherited in ways you didn't intend.
Three Ways to Restrict Forced Heirship There are three ways that a forced heir's rights may be legally restricted: usufruct, legitime trust, and survivorship requirements.
If there is a will, the forced heirs are entitled, in equal proportions, to one-half of the Puerto Rico Estate (the "legitimate portion"). The testator is free to bequeath the other half of the Puerto Rico Estate (the "free disposition portion") as he/she desires.
It is uncommon for foreigners to write wills in Puerto Rico. The notary advises the testator of the legal formalities the will. The Puerto Rico Civil Code also recognizes the validity of a holographic will executed in the handwriting of the testator.
Puerto Rico Inheritance Law Operates By Thirds Under Puerto Rico inheritance law, one-third of the inheritance is equally split between the forced heirs. Another third is doled out according to the wishes of the testator (the person leaving the inheritance), but this too goes to the heirs.
To create a will in Puerto Rico, the person creating the will (known as the testator) must be able to:put their will in writing.understand the meaning of the document.be free of undue influence or duress, and.sign it in front of two witnesses.