Inheritance and estate administration in Zaragoza, with advice at every step
At a delicate moment, the last thing you need is to face inheritance and succession procedures alone, along with deadlines you do not know and dealings with several different authorities.
At CE Consulting Zaragoza, we offer a complete estate administration service, designed so that heirs and family members can resolve the process in an orderly, lawful way, free of errors that could cost money or time later on.
What does administering an inheritance involve?
Areas we cover in our advisory work
Initial analysis and document review
- We check whether a will exists and where it is deposited
- We identify the legitimate heirs
- We review the basic documentation of the deceased and of the potential heirs
- We confirm the legal and tax situation of the estate
Inventory and valuation of assets
- Listing of bank accounts, property, vehicles, shares, insurance policies, debts and so on
- Valuation of assets where necessary
- Determination of the net estate
- Preparation of the inventory for the inheritance deed
Tax settlement and notarial deed
- Calculation and filing of the Inheritance Tax return
- Preparation of the deed of acceptance and allocation of the inheritance
- Coordination with the notary for the signing
- Registration of inherited property, where applicable
- Changes of ownership (bank accounts, vehicles, utilities and so on)
Who might need this service?
Heirs who do not know where to start
People who have received an inheritance and want to make sure it is handled lawfully
Families who want to avoid conflicts between heirs
Cases with heirs living abroad
People who need help with the paperwork or with paying Inheritance Tax
Documents needed to register an inherited property
One of the most important steps in administering an inheritance is registering inherited property correctly at the Land Registry (Registro de la Propiedad). To do so, you need to submit:
- Death certificate
- Certificate of last wills (Últimas voluntades)
- Certified copy of the will (if there is one)
- Public deed of acceptance and allocation of the inheritance
- Proof of payment of, or exemption from, Inheritance Tax
- Up-to-date land registry extract (nota simple) for the property
- ID cards (DNI) of the heirs
- Copy of the previous title deed to the property
Where are we?
We are in the centre of Zaragoza, a few steps from Plaza San Francisco. We serve both heirs who live in Spain and people abroad who need to carry out inheritance procedures in our country.
Genuine reviews from clients who have already administered an inheritance with us
We support people at one of the most delicate moments of their lives. We do so with clarity, respect and professionalism.
Manage your inheritance with security, order and legal support at every step
Accepting an inheritance does not have to be a burden.
We help you resolve every stage of the inheritance and succession process: from the first steps through to the registration of assets and the settlement of taxes.
Frequently asked questions about inheritance and estate administration
The timescale depends on the type of inheritance and on whether there is a will. In simple, well-documented cases, the whole process can be resolved in 2 to 4 months. If there are disagreements between heirs, complex estates or heirs living abroad, it can take longer. It is essential to have all the documentation and to act within the deadlines, to avoid surcharges or legal blockages.
The main tax is Inheritance Tax, which is filed in the autonomous community where the deceased was resident. The amount payable depends on the value of the estate, the degree of kinship with the deceased and any regional reductions. In some cases, it may also be necessary to settle the Municipal Capital Gains Tax (Plusvalía Municipal) if a property is inherited. We calculate and file both taxes for you.
When there is no will, the intestate succession procedure is followed, which sets out a legal order of heirs (children, spouse, parents and so on). A declaration of heirs must be obtained before a notary, and the remaining steps follow as for an inheritance with a will. We support you in obtaining all the documents and through the entire process.
Nowadays, many processes can be carried out remotely, with digital coordination and notarial powers of attorney. If one or more heirs are abroad or in another province, we handle all the documentation by digital means and coordinate with notaries and registries so that things move forward without delay.