What to know about inheriting a dacha: paperwork and legal details.

Dachas as Inheritance

In earlier times Russians rarely thought about inheriting real estate because most of it belonged to the state. Of course, this did not prevent people from passing their apartment to their children, but true inheritance rights did not really exist. For full inheritance rights to be maintained there must be private ownership, which in our country appeared only at the end of the 1990s. After that, the concept of "privatization of real estate" gradually entered our minds, which provided favorable conditions for inheritance. Looking at country real estate, a more complicated situation can be seen, because most dacha plots were part of cooperatives. There was no direct ownership of the land there, so inheritance transfer was absent. Now everything has changed, and anyone can pass their dacha house on to their descendants.

Building a frame-and-panel house can be an excellent step to ensure a great family holiday. Nevertheless, it is worth paying attention to arranging all the documents. In modern Russia it is possible to register private ownership of land. This means that before his or her death the owner can draw up a will, properly distributing all their property. Timber houses are also subject to the same principle, because from a legal point of view they are treated the same.

However, our government agencies have never been known for having few bureaucratic levels. In fact we constantly face bureaucracy that can stop many people. Registering private ownership of residential property is already a complicated matter, because you will need to collect a lot of documents. If you consider registering private ownership of a homestead plot, you might think that it is practically impossible. The number of certificates and documents required for this will be simply colossal. It is best to consult a professional lawyer who can advise you on the next step. Some people view such services as an extra expense, but it is better to spend a little money once so that later you can freely dispose of your private property. A dacha house can also make an excellent inheritance, so don't forget to complete all the necessary paperwork in time.