Legal6 min read
Can a Nominee Refuse to Share Money With Legal Heirs?
Yes, a nominee can refuse - but it's legally wrong. Here's what legal heirs can do, what courts have ruled, and how to prevent this problem altogether.
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4 February 2026Stories & Guides
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Legal5 min read
Can a Nominee Sell Property Without Legal Heirs' Consent?
No. A nominee is a custodian, not an owner. Here's what the Supreme Court says and what happens if a nominee tries to sell without heir consent.
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4 February 2026Legal7 min read
Can Nominee Withdraw All Money From Deceased's Bank Account?
Yes, a nominee can withdraw funds without a succession certificate. But they're legally required to share with legal heirs. Here's what happens if they refuse.
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4 February 2026Legal6 min read
What If There's No Nominee on a Bank Account?
When a bank account holder passes away without naming a nominee, the family faces a longer, more complex claim process. Here's what happens, what documents you need, and how to avoid this situation.
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4 February 2026Legal6 min read
Nominee vs Joint Holder: Who Gets the Money?
Joint accounts give immediate access, but that's not the same as ownership. Here's what the law says about who actually gets your money when you die.
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4 February 2026Legal9 min read
What Happens to Joint Home Loan When One Borrower Dies?
When a co-borrower dies, the surviving borrower becomes responsible for the entire EMI. Here is what the law says, what banks do, and how to protect your family.
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4 February 2026Legal10 min read
What If Both Parents Die Together?
When both parents die, who takes care of the children? Who manages their money? Here is what Indian law says about guardianship, inheritance, and what you can do now to protect your kids.
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4 February 2026Insurance8 min read
What If Your Insurance Policy Lapsed Before Death?
Your family discovers your life insurance policy lapsed months before your death. Is everything lost? Here is what can still be claimed and how to prevent this tragedy.
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4 February 2026Legal6 min read
What If the Nominee Is Also Dead?
When your named nominee dies before you, the nomination becomes void. Here is what happens to your accounts and how your family can still claim them.
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4 February 2026Legal9 min read
What If the Nominee Is a Minor?
Naming your child as nominee seems like the right thing to do. But without an appointee, your family faces delays and court processes. Here is what you need to know.
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4 February 2026Legal9 min read
What If There Are Two Wills?
When someone leaves behind multiple wills, which one is valid? Indian law has clear rules about revocation - but disputes can still arise. Here is how courts decide.
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4 February 2026Legal10 min read
What If the Will Is Lost or Destroyed?
When the original will cannot be found, is everything lost? Indian law allows probate using secondary evidence - but the process is challenging. Here is what you need to know.
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