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21 April 2020 | Time to read: 2 mins
Advised on the creation of a new charity supporting patients and their families in the wake of Covid-19
The charities team, with support from charity regulator, OSCR advised on the creation of a new charitable body.
20 April 2020 | Time to read: 4 mins
The Right to Buy Land to Further Sustainable Development
By Alan White
Over a number of years there have been various pieces of land reform legislation including the Community Right to Buy Schemes.
08 April 2020 | Time to read: 4 mins
Re-evaluating retentions – building trust in construction
Part of the retention is normally due to be repaid at practical completion, with the remainder paid once any defects are certified as made good.
07 February 2020 | Time to read: 3 mins
Gillespie Macandrew is the latest law firm to join Rare’s contextualised recruitment pilot
Gillespie Macandrew has become the latest law firm to join a pilot scheme by the Law Society of Scotland and Rare.
27 January 2020 | Time to read: 3 mins
Service is key when buying or selling property
Moving house remains one of life’s more stressful events so when buying or selling your home, it’s important to seek out the best possible advice.
26 November 2019 | Time to read: 2 mins
Safeguard your rural family business
Many potential issues might be avoided if a Will is put in place.
18 July 2019 | Time to read: 4 mins
The Fatal Five
By Alan White
Pause before undertaking an activity and consider the risks posed and how you can reduce them.
11 July 2019 | Time to read: 5 mins
Recommended changes to Inheritance Tax published by the office of Tax simplification
Recommended changes to Inheritance Tax published by the office of Tax simplification.
10 April 2019 | Time to read: 2 mins
Preparing Your Property for the Market
By Robbie Horn
Thinking of selling your property? Follow our step-by-step guide to getting your home ready for sale
04 April 2019 | Time to read: 3 mins
Top Tips on Buying your First Home
Currently the Edinburgh market is flooded with first time buyers, and with so many properties going to a closing date, competition is fierce.
18 March 2019 | Time to read: 4 mins
When to use Guardianships and Powers of Attorney
Head of Private Client, Elspeth Paget discusses when to consider using Guardianships and Powers of Attorney
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