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    Don't part with what is rightly yours: 9 property rights that women get

    The Married Women’s Property Act, 1874, was brought in to protect a married woman’s property from her husband, creditors or any other relatives.

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    If the marriage doesn’t work out and your husband wants you to leave the house, remember that he has no right to evict you, whether the house belongs to him, his parents or any other relative. You have a right to residence whether it is provided to you by him or your in-laws.

    Matters related to transfer of property can be tedious and many times can involve a lot of heart burn. This can be especially true in the case of woman. This is why it is of utmost importance that women should know of their property rights. Here are nine property rights a woman should not let go of. 1. Get a copy of your parents’ willIf your parents have a will, remember to get a copy with you when you get married. “This is important to avoid
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