No. The lifelong right of residence applies only to a home that is entirely part of the estate or jointly owned by both spouses (Art. 764 Civil Code).
Yes. Under Article 762 of the General Tax Code, you may make an estimated declaration of the jewelry and statuettes provided the value is correctly assessed. However, without agreement the estate tax declaration may be late. As heirs are jointly liable for inheritance tax, late interest or penalties will apply…
Yes. Spouses may change regime at any time by notarial deed. However, if opposed by an adult child, protected adult/minor’s representative, or creditor, court approval is required. When minor children exist, the notary may request approval if the change harms their interests (Civil Code, Article 1397).
No. A gift is irrevocable except for ingratitude, birth of a child, or failure to comply with conditions (Civil Code, Article 953).
Yes. It must be accepted by a legal representative, and generally must be notarized (Civil Code, Articles 931 and 932).
Yes. All property purchases require a notarial deed. The notary updates the land registry to secure and enforce the transaction (Civil Code, Article 1583).
Yes. Ownership depends on your matrimonial regime. Under separation of property, you are sole owner; under community property it is generally joint unless funded with personal assets (Civil Code, Articles 1421 and 1424).
It depends. Immediate and necessary annexes (garage, cellar, etc.) benefit from the exemption only if sales occur concurrently. The second sale must occur within a “normal period,” assessed by tax authorities (BOI-RFPI-PVI-10-40-10 §330).
No. Except for the public prosecutor, filiation cannot be contested when consistent status has lasted at least 5 years since recognition (Civil Code, Article 333). “Possession of status” refers to real parental ties shown by upbringing, support, and social recognition (Article 311-1).
No. Conditions in a will (“charges”) must be possible (Civil Code, Article 900). Here she has two capacities: legatee (bound by the condition) and legal heir as spouse. If she refuses the legacy, she is no longer bound but can still inherit as surviving spouse.