Wills
Wills in Costa Rica: what a will is and why you should have one
What a will is in Costa Rica, what happens if you die without one, why to make one and the myths that stop people. Pillar guide by testamento.cr, ILN.
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How to make a will in Costa Rica, step by step
Requirements and the 6 steps to make a will in Costa Rica: what to sort out first, signing before a notary and witnesses, cost and timelines.
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Open will in Costa Rica: what it is and when it is the right choice
What an open will is in Costa Rica, how many witnesses the Civil Code requires, how it differs from the sealed will and when each one is the better choice.
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Closed will in Costa Rica: how it works and who it is for
What a closed will is in Costa Rica, how it is executed under article 587 of the Civil Code, how it is opened, and its real advantages and risks.
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Witnesses for a will in Costa Rica: who can serve and who cannot
How many witnesses does a will need in Costa Rica, and who is barred? What the law says, the mistake that voids the whole will, and a checklist for yours.
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Gift now or leave a will: pros and cons in Costa Rica
Should you sign the house over to your children now or leave it in your will? Gifting vs. a will in Costa Rica: costs, taxes and risks.
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