Inheritance Articles

3 November 2026 · #inherited land Uncertified Inherited Land: Safe Steps for Heirs Uncertified inherited land often leaves families hesitant to divide it. This guide explains documents, deliberation steps, examples of division, and when a notary, PPAT, or Religious Court is needed. Read morearrow_forward 3 November 2026 · #islamic inheritance Islamic, Customary, and Civil Inheritance: What Is the Difference for a Muslim Family? Understanding the basic differences between Islamic inheritance (faraid/KHI), customary inheritance, and civil inheritance in Indonesia, so that a family does not choose the wrong basis for distribution. Read morearrow_forward 2 November 2026 · #faraid Ashabah, Furudh, 'Aul, and Radd: Inheritance Terms That Are Often Confusing These four terms appear in almost every discussion of Islamic inheritance. This article explains them in everyday language, complete with easy-to-follow calculation examples. Read morearrow_forward 1 November 2026 · #inheritance hijab When Do Full Siblings Inherit and When Are They Blocked (Hijab) Full siblings are not primary heirs, but they can appear when the deceased has no child or father. Understand when they receive a share and when they are blocked, complete with calculation examples. Read morearrow_forward 1 November 2026 · #inheritance debt Debts, Funeral Costs, and Wills: The Order Before Inheritance Is Distributed Inheritance is not simply divided equally among the heirs. Funeral costs, the deceased's debts, and wills must be settled first. Here is the order according to An-Nisa and KHI, complete with a calculation example. Read morearrow_forward 31 October 2026 · #islamic inheritance Inheritance When the Husband Has More Than One Wife: Shares and Calculation Examples In Islamic inheritance, the wives' share is 1/4 when there are no children and 1/8 when there are children, then divided jointly among them. See the legal basis, complete calculation examples, and frequently asked questions. Read morearrow_forward 31 October 2026 · #family tree Building a Tidy Family Tree as the Basis for Inheritance Distribution A tidy family tree helps ensure who the heirs are, who died earlier, and which branches need to be marked before the inheritance is calculated and divided. Read morearrow_forward 30 October 2026 · #inheritance Delaying the Distribution of Inheritance: Risks and Consequences for the Next Generation Delaying the distribution of inheritance often feels safe, but it can lead to commingled assets, disputes, and complications if an heir dies. Understand the risks and practical steps. Read morearrow_forward 30 October 2026 · #inheritance title transfer Transferring Title of Inherited Land Certificates: Steps and Cost Components Inherited land should be calculated and inventoried first before transferring title. Review the steps, documents, cost components, and matters to ask the land deed official (PPAT)/National Land Agency (BPN). Read morearrow_forward 29 October 2026 · #aul Example of Inheritance Calculation with 'Aul: When the Total Shares Exceed the Estate Sometimes the shares of the heirs, when added together, exceed one whole estate. Faraid recognizes 'aul: the denominator is raised so that all shares decrease proportionally. Here is a calculation example. Read morearrow_forward 29 October 2026 · #munasakhah Chain Inheritance (Munasakhah): When an Heir Dies Before the Estate Is Distributed Munasakhah occurs when an heir dies before the inheritance is distributed. Their share does not lapse, but passes to their own heirs through a second stage of inheritance. Read morearrow_forward 28 October 2026 · #non-Muslim inheritance Inheritance When There Are Non-Muslim Heirs: Their Status and Share Relatives of a different religion do not automatically inherit. See the legal basis in KHI, what they can still receive through a will (wasiat) or gift (hibah), and a calculation example. Read morearrow_forward