On 1 February 2022, new legislation came into place requiring every home in Scotland to have interlinked smoke alarms. The…
Caroline PotterFebruary 9, 2022
In a busy property market, closing dates are routinely fixed. On the closing date, there are usually a number of…
Caroline PotterSeptember 28, 2021
You’ll have heard lawyers and, perhaps, your friends and family talk about “missives” when they’re buying or selling a house.…
Caroline PotterJuly 29, 2021
Clients sometimes ask "can I pull out of buying a house after my Offer has been accepted?". Buying a house…
Caroline PotterJune 29, 2021
Last year, the Scottish Government created the First Home Fund. This fund was introduced to help first-time buyers providing up…
Caroline PotterFebruary 11, 2021
Kate Forbes, MSP, Cabinet Minister for Finance disappointed property buyers with her announcement on LBTT in the Scottish Budget. The…
Caroline PotterFebruary 1, 2021
Private Client Paralegal Vacancy We are looking for a confident, motivated Paralegal to support our Private Client Department and work…
Caroline PotterDecember 14, 2020
What is Land & Buildings Transaction Tax? Land & Buildings Transaction Tax (LBTT to many) is a property tax paid…
Caroline PotterJuly 28, 2020
The much-heralded re-opening of the housing market has been confirmed for the 29th of June. The First Minister, Nicola Sturgeon,…
Caroline PotterJune 19, 2020
