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Inheritance law Austria

Inheritance law in Austria is relevant for all those who deal with estate planning and the associated rights and obligations. Of course, it also applies to property ownership. Key questions in this regard relate primarily to intestate and voluntary succession, the compulsory portion, tax aspects and inheritance in an international context. In the following, we explain the terms and what you need to bear in mind when planning your estate in Austria.

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Engel & Völkers Austria

Headquarter - Vancouverstraße 2a

20457 Hamburg, Germany

Tel: +43 196 150 0050