Will Vs Settlement deed

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Anonymous
(Querist) 06 May 2010
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Is a settlement deed superior to a will? if Yes, then in what ways. Is it mandatory to probate an Indian Christian will for a property in Chennai?
Can a settlement deed have life time interest conditions or any other conditions incorporated in it.?
R.R. KRISHNAA
(Expert) 06 May 2010
It depends on the situation/ facts and cirumstances of the case whether settlement deed or will is a feasible one. It cannot be said that one is superior than other.
A will property in chennai has to be probated.
Yes, a settlement deed may have lifetime interest conditions. It depends on the settlor's wishes.