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Estate planning study finds money is kept in the family

A recent survey from Canada has found that 56% of Canadians have a will, and that 85% of the wealth of estates covered by these wills is going to remain in the family.

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Free Personal and Nursing Care in Scotland

Scotland's Chief Statistician has recently published information on the number of people benefiting from free personal care and free nursing care in Scotland, and how much Local Authorities spend on personal care services.

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Alternatives to Dilnot - report

The Dilnot proposals for reforming care funding in England are so flawed that the UK Government should look at alternatives to fund better care for our ageing population, according to a new report published by social enterprise United for All Ages.

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Age discrimination ban comes into force

A ban on age discrimination in services came into force in England, Wales and Scotland earlier this month. The ban means that everyone will be treated with dignity and respect when dealing with public and private services, such as the NHS.

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Latest News

20 December 2023
Legal Services for the Elderly
Navigating the complexities of inheritance law is essential for providing clarity and peace of mind. In this guide, we'll shed light on the specificities of spousal inheritance. Does a Spouse Automatically Inherit Everything in Scotland with a Will? ...
30 November 2023
Family Law
Navigating the legal landscape can be complex, and one area that often raises questions is the concept of cohabiting relationships. Understanding the legal implications of cohabitation is essential. What is the Meaning of a Cohabiting Relationship? A...
31 October 2023
Estate Agency
When it comes to purchasing a property in Scotland, it's important to understand the intricacies of the tax system. One common question that arises is whether first-time buyers are required to pay stamp duty. In this guide, we will delve into the top...
12 June 2023
Estate Agency
New data from TSB shows that, in Scotland, first-time buyers paid less for a deposit from January to March than in the last three months of 2022. Analysis has found that average deposits for first-time buyers in Scotland decreased to £31,261 in the f...
23 May 2023
Legal Services for the Elderly
There may come a point as we age when we lose our marbles. By that, we mean that we lose what attorneys refer to as our mental capacity to make decisions about our finances and physical well-being. We generally take that for granted in our daily live...
19 May 2023
Estate Agency
Obviously at this crucial stage, every little bit can help when you are faced with finding a deposit, removal costs, and legal fees, to say nothing of furnishing and decorating your new home! One of the important ways that you can get “money for noth...

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