A Pre-nuptial Agreement isn’t just for celebrities

by Iain Wilson | 24 Jan 2025 | Family Law

You might be excused for thinking a pre-nuptial agreement is only for the rich and famous. It is clear that those who have built up considerable wealth or have significant assets might seek to protect much of it, especially when divorce statistics are so high. Anyone...

What are the benefits of Equity Release?

by Robert Allan | 24 Jan 2025 | Equity Release

If you are 55 years of age or over, you can consider unlocking some of the capital locked up in your house. Taking out any type of equity release means it will affect the inheritance left to loved ones, along with potential tax implications and impacts on eligibility...

A Power of Attorney is more important than a Will, says Martin Lewis

by Joe Rowan | 10 Jun 2024 | Power of Attorney

In an article published on the MoneySavingExpert website in November 2023, Martin Lewis declared “a Power of Attorney is more important than a Will”. A Will and a Power of Attorney are both very important documents. Arguably, both are equally important. However, we...

Divorce in Scotland – sorting out the finances

by Sarah Lynch | 10 Jun 2024 | Family Law

Getting divorced is a life-changing event. You may face an uncertain future and it may be financially challenging. There will be issues surrounding children and decisions about where you will live. In the midst of all of this is the need to sort out the finances. When...

Buying a house? A guide for first-time buyers

by Robert Allan | 10 Jun 2024 | Residential Conveyancing

Everyone knows buying a house can be stressful. Even those who have been through the process before still find moving house challenging. But what about those first-time buyers who have not yet got their foot on the property ladder? In this guide for first-time buyers,...

What would happen to your spouse if you died without making a Will?

by Gordon Sommerville | 13 Mar 2024 | Succession Planning, Wills

There is no substitute for forward planning and making a Will is a key part of that. However, life is uncertain and we never know when death might overtake up. When that happens and you have not made a Will, it means that your loved ones need to depend on the law of...

What is Equity Release and how old to you need to be to qualify?

by Robert Allan | 13 Mar 2024 | Equity Release

As Scotland’s population ages and more older people own their own homes, many decide to unlock the value in their properties to provide cash in later years. Some people do that through equity release. What is Equity Release? Your house is probably the most valuable...

Can you insist on working from home?

by Sarah Lynch | 13 Mar 2024 | Employment Law

An employee’s right to request flexible working is not new. It was enshrined in Section 80F of the Employment Rights Act 1996 (as amended) with the provisions relating to flexible working coming into effect from April 2003. The legislation has progressed and been...

Inheritance Tax Avoidance: Protect your estate from unnecessary taxation

by Gordon Sommerville | 28 Nov 2023 | Succession Planning

Inheritance Tax (IHT) can pose a significant burden on your loved ones, potentially reducing the value of your estate and leaving them with less than you intended. With the IHT threshold frozen at £325,000 until at least 2027, it’s crucial to explore strategies for...

Evaluating Property Offers: Beyond the Highest Bid

by Joe Rowan | 28 Nov 2023 | Residential Conveyancing

Understanding the True Value of Offers When selling a property, it’s tempting to automatically accept the highest offer. However, the highest bid doesn’t always guarantee the best deal. Your solicitor’s expertise is crucial in evaluating each offer’s merits and...

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