A Will was made in Spain relating to an apartment in Calella de Palafrugell. The freehold to this property was left to a sole beneficiary, but 8 others were each left a lifelong Right Of Occupation (what exactly does this mean?). Also, in the event of this property being sold, the Will states that the freeholder keeps 50% net proceeds of the sale, whilst distributing the remaining 50% equally among the 8 others.
The '8' have been told that the Property Registrars in Spain require that a Deed of Ratification be signed before a Notary by those left an occupation interest. To date, 3 of the 8 have refused to sign this, or any other document or to reveal their passport numbers, as requested.
Given the above scenario, I would be very grateful if you would kindly let me know what will happen to the property now? Will the freeholder and the 5 others who have signed the Deed of Ratification be able to 'remove' the interest of the remaining 3 without their involvement. Do the '3' have a right to be informed about what is happening as they have
written to the freeholder expressing their concerns and received no response. Is there any time limit on all of this?
As one of the reluctant '3', I would very much appreciate your advice in relation to the above. We cannot afford a lawyer, and are based in the UK, and we are not being told all the facts. Many thanks in anticipation. Best wishes, Nikki Scott.
