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Home Reports in Scotland Explained: A Complete Guide for Home Buyers

We explain the key parts of a Home Report, common issues buyers should be aware of and how the valuation may influence both your offer and mortgage.

Why Join GM as a Trainee Solicitor and How to Prepare Your Application

Choosing the right traineeship is an important step in any legal career. Eve and Sam share their experiences as well as tips for your application.

Scottish Building Safety Levy: What the New Indicative Rates Mean for Developers

New Scottish Building Safety Levy rates revealed. Discover what the 2028 tax means for developers, costs and future housing projects.

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.

27 January 2020 | Time to read: 3 mins

Service is key when buying or selling property

By Gillian Wright

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

By John McArthur

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

By Gillian Wright

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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