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Study Finds Rise in Unequal Inheritances

The rise in blended families has led to a growing tendency for parents to share their estates unequally, new research from the US has found.

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How to Make A Will

Following on from our article last week highlighting the danger of DIY wills, today we walk through the importance of a will and how to set about creating a will.

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Pensioner Leaves £500k to Builder Who Cleaned Gutters For Free

A pensioner left a builder £500,000 after he fixed his gutter free of charge. Danny Sharp struck up a friendship with Ronald Butcher after waiving a fee for fixing the elderly man's drain as it was a 'nothing job' in 2007.

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Inheritance Reform Could Lead Force Will Amendments

The Scottish Government's plans to reform succession law in Scotland could affect many people’s wills according to the Scotsman’s Peter Shand.

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Scottish Inheritance Law Outdated According To Experts

The Scottish inheritance system is outdated and discriminates against widows according to legal experts, the Scottish Law Commission.(SLC)

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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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