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The declaration of inheritance may be drawn up in the form of a document signed by the heirs, whose signatures are certified by a notary. It may also be recorded as a notarial deed.
In both cases, it serves to verify the identity, status, and legal capacity of the signatories and ensures that the document accurately reflects their intentions.
The notary’s involvement provides greater legal certainty and facilitates proceedings with financial institutions, insurance companies, government agencies, the Land Registry, the Registry of Personal and Real Property Rights (RDPRM), and other parties involved in the settlement of the estate.