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Home buyers and sellers should benefit from a more balanced market
Maurice Allan explains that the fear factor in Edinburgh’s housing market should start to ease as property prices stabilise.
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Could you be due a potential payback on Inheritance Tax already paid?
Executors can claim IHT refunds if assets sell for less than their death value. Strict limits apply: 12 months for shares and 4 years for property.
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The consumer’s dilemma – if you reject goods, don't use them
Brian Pollock highlights the potential risks and costs that consumers may face when choosing to litigate.
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Easing payment pains for charities facing commercial rent issues
Kenny Gray offers some options for minimising costs relating to premises for third sector leaders feeling the strain of meeting rising prices.
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Calling all landowners and tenants your RCI deadline is coming soon
The RCI improves land transparency. Owners must register "associates" with significant control by April 2024 to avoid criminal fines of up to £5,000.
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Can the fear of being stigmatised be a reasonable excuse for failing to apply for other jobs?
A recent case clarifies what evidence is needed to support an employee’s reasons for failing to seek alternative employment.
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Andrew Diamond questions the motives for Scots house buyer tax rise
Our Head of Residential Property, Andrew Diamond warns the ADS rise could lead to Scottish Government collecting less money as buyers are put off investing
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The importance of making a Will when you co-habit
Cohabitees lack automatic inheritance rights in Scotland. A Will is essential to secure your partner's future and avoid costly 6-month claim limits.
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Suspicious Minds… challenging a Will
Pricilla Presley’s legal challenge to Lisa Marie Presley’s living trust has highlighted the disputes which can arise following the death of a loved one
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