Frequently Asked Questions

24 2026-9

How much tax do I need to pay when selling a house I inherited?

Inheriting a house and then reselling it: The value-added tax depends on whether the purchase time is more than 2 years. The personal income tax is calculated at 20% of the transfer income of the property, and the original value is calculated by deducting the purchase cost of the house from the inheritor. If it is a "five-year unique exemption", it is exempt from the deed tax. The inheritance proc...

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24 2026-9

Can I buy a small property right house? What are the risks involved?

Small property rights housing cannot be registered and transferred, and most sales contracts are deemed invalid. In the event of expropriation, it is difficult to obtain compensation, and the risk of demolition must be borne by the owner. Articles 153 and 157 of the Civil Code clearly stipulate the consequences of invalidity and compensation for fault.

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24 2026-9

What is the relationship between the identification of dangerous buildings and demolition?

The identification of dangerous buildings is a safety technical appraisal, which can be revoked to avoid the expropriation process. To identify whether the demolition of dangerous buildings is used to replace the demolition of existing buildings, there are three key points to consider: whether there is an expropriation announcement, whether the appraisal process is in accordance with regulations, ...

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24 2026-9

What should I do if the acquisition party fails to fulfill its obligations after signing the demolition agreement?

If the expropriator fails to perform the demolition agreement, the party concerned may file a lawsuit in accordance with Article 78 of the Administrative Litigation Law, requesting the expropriator to continue to perform the agreement, take remedial measures, or compensate for the losses. The general time limit for filing a lawsuit is six months, and after winning the lawsuit, the party concerned ...

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24 2026-9

What does "compensate first, then relocate" mean?

It is a statutory principle of expropriation that compensation should be provided before relocation: no relocation shall be required before the compensation agreement or compensation decision is implemented and the funds are in place; those who violate this principle may be subject to forced demolition, and the statute of limitations for filing a lawsuit is six months from the date when they learn...

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24 2026-9

Who files the appeal in a criminal case at the second instance?

The second-instance appeal shall be lodged by the local people's procuratorates at all levels, within a time limit of 10 days for a judgment and 5 days for a ruling; the victim may, in accordance with Article 229 of the Criminal Procedure Law of the People's Republic of China, request to lodge an appeal within 5 days after receiving the judgment document.

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24 2026-9

Will a drunk driving offense result in a criminal record?

Those who are sentenced to detention for drunk driving will have a criminal record that cannot be erased; those with a blood alcohol content of less than 150 milligrams per 100 milliliters and no aggravating circumstances may not be treated as criminals. If they are not prosecuted, there will be no criminal record left.

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24 2026-9

Who will inherit the estate of the elderly who are under the care of the state?

The inheritance of a five-guarantee household with no heirs or legatees shall be owned by the state and used for public welfare purposes. If the deceased was a member of a collective-owned organization, the inheritance shall belong to the collective where the deceased was a member. In the case of a legacy and support agreement, the inheritance shall be handled in accordance with the agreement firs...

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24 2026-9

How are assets divided during a divorce when the couple is living apart?

During the separation, the marital relationship still exists, and the income earned is generally considered as the couple's joint property. If the couple has been separated for more than two years due to marital discord and the mediation has failed, the divorce should be granted. If one party transfers property, the other party may receive a smaller share or no share at all.

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24 2026-9

How to determine whether a law firm is reliable?

There are four key factors to consider when evaluating a law firm: verifying the validity of their practice licenses and attorney certificates, ensuring their expertise aligns with your case requirements, confirming that the firm adheres to standardized contractual procedures for public fees and invoicing, and checking for any disciplinary records. Additionally, be cautious of claims of guaranteed...

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24 2026-9

How to choose a civil litigation lawyer?

Here's the translation of the Chinese sentence into English with a detailed explanation: Voters' attorneys should consider five key factors: professional expertise, experience with similar cases, feasible solutions, transparent fees and signed written contracts, and responsible communication. They should also verify the attorney's professional credentials and be cautious of promises of guarantee...

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24 2026-9

How to collect evidence of domestic violence?

There are four ways to obtain evidence of domestic violence: reporting to the police to obtain police records and warning letters; seeking medical treatment to obtain medical records and appraisals; recording chat conversations with audio and video; and obtaining corroboration from witnesses. According to the Anti-Domestic Violence Law, victims can apply for personal safety protection orders.

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