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The difference between a Power of Attorney and a Will in Scotland
Anyone made the executor of a Scottish will or given a Scottish power of attorney share similar responsibilities to the person appointing them.
They need to do what the granter wants and what is in the granter’s best interests. The difference, however, is that one one takes care of things whilst the granter is living and the other after the grantor has died.
Are there Scottish Power of Attorney forms?
A comment on this blog from an Irish reader has motivated me to write about the Power of Attorney forms that can be found on the Scottish Office of the Public Guardian website.
Just how quick is a ‘quickie divorce’ in Scotland?
It may take a little longer to get a divorce in Scotland but online divorce services can help speed-up the process
This week guest blogger Sheree Sartain looks at whether quickie divorce is a reality in Scotland.
Caithness and Sutherland property market bucks the national trend
Spring has brought increased growth to the property market in Caithness and Sutherland.
The growth in sales that I reported last month continues. Yes, this is from a very low base and does not remotely compare with what was happening in 2008. Nevertheless, the change is very significant and growth and not something I have seem for a long while.
Is making a will easier second time around?
Guest blogger Sheree Sartain writes about wills and why you should keep yours up to date.
I have a will, it was written about twenty-five years ago and names a solicitor, based somewhere in London, as executor.
I’m not sure that the content of the will really reflects my current situation and I’ve been meaning for sometime to have it redrafted. Contemplating writing my will – again – is no easier than it was the first time but doing it online helps.
Georgesons to assist Highland Law Practice clients
Earlier today it was announced that Highland solicitors Georgesons, Wick had agreed to act on behalf of clients of the troubled law firm Highland Law Practice (HLP), also of Wick, Caithness.
Property market – has spring sprung early in Caithness and Sutherland?
Does an increase in property sales and low interest rates mean that spring 2012 is time to make your move?
I am delighted to report that we are experiencing an upsurge in property sales. From a low base, it has to be admitted but this is a very encouraging sign and bodes well for the rest of 2012.
Can I write a “do-it-yourself” Power of Attorney in Scotland?
The short answer is yes. It is perfectly feasible, if you know what you are doing. Just balance the risks against the potential reward of saving money.
Scottish Power of Attorney abuse – my viewpoint
The Mental Welfare Commission for Scotland is criticising the current arrangements for the granting of Powers of Attorney in Scotland.
This was in response to a case involving a couple who granted a Power and the Attorney subsequently kept them short of money and clothing.
Would you disinherit your children? An issue for Scottish wills
Do you want to disinherit your children? From 1 February 2012 if you die without leaving a will your spouse will have a “prior right” to your home up to the value of £473,000.
If you have children from a previous marriage and you don’t write a will then you may unintentionally disinherit them.
