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Clear answers to questions about genealogy reports, estate inventory and Finnish authorities.

Estate inventory · Complete guide

Estate inventory in Finland — everything you need to know

A comprehensive guide to estate inventory: genealogy report, heirs, inheritance tax, required documents, deadlines and costs — all on one page.

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Estate · Inheritance order

Heirs of the estate — who are the parties to the estate?

Parties to the estate under the Finnish Code of Inheritance: direct descendants, surviving spouse, testamentary beneficiaries. Joint administration and how heirs are identified.

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Inheritance tax · Taxation

Inheritance tax in Finland 2026 — rates, classes and deductions

Tax-free threshold rose to 30,000 €. Tax Classes I and II, tax brackets, deductions and practical calculation examples.

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Guide · Comparison

Genealogy report: DIY or professional service?

Can you compile the genealogy report yourself? Yes — but it is more complex than most expect. An honest comparison of both options.

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Guide · Estate inventory

Documents required for estate inventory

Complete list of all documents: genealogy report, official certificates, life certificates — and where to order each one.

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Pricing · Explanation

How much does a genealogy report cost in 2026?

Service fee is 79 € — but why can't authority fees be quoted in advance? An open explanation of everything.

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Delivery times · Timelines

Genealogy report delivery times 2026

EVL delivers in 2–3 weeks, DVV in 2–6 weeks. Realistic delivery times from all authorities and what they mean for the estate inventory deadline.

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Authorities · Guide

DVV, EVL or National Archives — where to order?

The correct registry keeper depends on the person's life history. We explain all registry keepers' roles clearly.

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Guide · Genealogy report

Genealogy report in Finland — what it is and how to get one

The genealogy report is the key document for estate inventory. Learn what it contains, where to order it, how long it takes and how to order from abroad.

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Genealogy report · Estate inventory

Genealogical report for estate inventory

What a genealogical report is, why it is needed for estate inventory, where to order one and what it costs. Complete guide on one page.

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