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Blog

Thinking of Porting Your Mortgage? Here’s What You Need to Know

3rd December 2024 by Nikki Lemon

If you’re considering buying a new home but want to keep your current mortgage terms, porting your mortgage could be an option worth exploring. This process, popular in Scotland and beyond, allows you ...Read more

What is an “Advance Medical Directive”?

10th October 2024 by Sara Albizzati

An “Advance Medical Directive” (also known as “Living Will”) is a document which allows you to express your wishes to your family and health care professionals about medical and healthcare treatment ...Read more

Gifted Deposits and the Bank of Mum and Dad

25th September 2024 by Mira Petkova

According to a report by the UK Office for National Statistics, house prices have risen by an average of 5-6% per year, while wage growth has been much slower. As a result, the average deposit ...Read more

business ownership in divorce

Power of Attorney – Five reasons why you should put one in place

11th September 2024 by Briege Valentine

Whilst many of us understand the importance of having a Will put in place, not as many understand that setting up a Power of Attorney is equally as important.  There is a common misconception that ...Read more

Have you thought about asset protection?

12th August 2024 by Stuart Millar

What is asset protection? Asset protection is the term used to describe the process of making sure that your assets pass to whoever you would ultimately like to receive them. Asset protection is an ...Read more

Power of Attorney

What is the difference between a Power of Attorney and a Guardianship?

4th July 2024

There are often misconceptions surrounding powers of attorney as well as how they differ from guardianships. We have sought to address some of the common concerns below to help demystify the issues ...Read more

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