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Inheritance law is an important area that regulates how individuals’ assets will be distributed after their death. In this context, inheritance contracts and wills are among the methods of leaving inheritance. However, there are important differences between these two concepts. Here are the main differences between inheritance contracts and wills:<\/p>\n
1. Definition
\nInheritance Contract: An inheritance contract is a contract made by a person (the testator) to transfer his\/her inheritance to a specific person or persons (the heirs). This contract reflects the will of the testator before his\/her death and is usually drawn up by a notary.
\nInheritance: A will is a unilateral document that determines how a person’s inheritance will be distributed after his\/her death. The testator can leave his\/her assets to whomever he\/she wishes with his\/her will. The will must comply with certain formal requirements in order to be legally valid.
\n2. Parties
\nInheritance Contract: In an inheritance contract, there are at least two parties: the testator and the heir. Both parties accept and sign the contract.
\nWill: A will is a unilateral document prepared solely by the testator. Heirs must respect the will of the testator before claiming any rights on the will.<\/p>\n
3. Form Requirements
\nInheritance Contract: The inheritance contract must be drawn up in writing and at a notary. This contract may be considered invalid if it is not drawn up in writing and signed.
\nWill: The will must be drawn up in writing. In Turkey, wills can be made in handwritten, official, or unofficial forms at a notary. A handwritten will requires that it be written and signed by the testator in his own handwriting.<\/p>\n
4. Validity Period
\nInheritance Contract: Inheritance contracts become valid upon the death of the testator. However, the provisions of this contract may be applied during the life of the testator.
\nWill: A will becomes valid after the death of the testator. The matters specified in the will begin to be applied upon death.<\/p>\n
5. Cancellability
\nInheritance Contract: An inheritance contract may be canceled under certain conditions. The testator may wish to cancel or change the contract; however, this may require the consent of the heirs.
\nWill: A will can be canceled by the testator at any time or changed with a new will. In this case, the old will must be rendered invalid for the new will to be valid.<\/p>\n
6. Sample Applications
\nInheritance Contract Example: Ali draws up a will to leave all his property to his son Mehmet. The contract is signed at a notary and becomes valid. Ali can cancel this contract during his lifetime.
\nWill Example: Ay\u015fe prepares a will to leave her assets to her daughter Zeynep after her death. The will is handwritten and signed. Ay\u015fe can cancel this will or prepare a new will during her lifetime.<\/p>\n
Inheritance contracts and wills are important tools in the process of inheritance. Both documents have different legal characteristics and validity conditions. When deciding which method to choose, those who leave a legacy should take into account their own will and the requirements of the legal system. Getting legal advice on this issue will be beneficial for a correct and valid legacy process.","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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