Tenancy Deposit Scheme Reminder
It’s rarely in the best interests of a landlord/tenant relationship to have to move a disagreement over deposits to court proceedings. In some instances though, it is an inevitable result of a landlord not adhering to the Tenancy Deposit Schemes (Scotland) Regulations 2011. Between December 2017 and June 2019, there were over 200 cases where the […]
I’m Appointed As An Executor – What Are My Responsibilities?
Choosing who you wish to implement the terms of your Will can be a difficult decision. After all, this is the person you will trust to ensure that your estate is administered according to your wishes. An executor is a person who is appointed by someone who is making a Will (also known as the […]
Managing Someone Else’s Finances
When you, or someone close to you, has been diagnosed with a deteriorating health condition thinking about day-to-day practicalities can be difficult, for example managing finances. To allow someone to manage your day-to-day banking (but not open or close accounts or apply for overdraft) can be arranged by means of a Third Party Mandate. The […]
What Does the Cost of Living (Tenant Protection) (Scotland) Act 2022 Mean for Landlords?
The Cost of Living (Tenant Protection) (Scotland) Act was passed on 6th October 2022. It is the first Act of the Scottish Parliament to receive Royal Assent from King Charles III and became law on 28th October 2022. But what does it mean for landlords? The Act was introduced to the Scottish Parliament as emergency […]
Short-Term Lets Licensing Scheme: An Update
In September 2021, we blogged to advise Private Landlords that proposals to introduce a new licensing scheme for short-term lets would be laid before the Scottish Parliament. On 19 January 2022, The Civic Government (Scotland) Act 1982 (Licensing of Short-term Lets) Order 2022 (“Licensing Order”) was passed by the Scottish Parliament. The Licensing Order came into force […]
Winter Eviction Ban and Rent Freezes for the Private Rented Sector- What We Know So Far
On 6 September 2022, the Scottish Government announced that emergency legislation would be introduced to freeze rents and impose a temporary moratorium on evictions throughout winter in an effort to combat the cost of living crisis. The measures are expected to apply to both the Private Rented Sector (PRS) and Registered Social Landlords (RSLs) and will remain […]
Legal Update: Coronavirus (Recovery and Reform) (Scotland) Act 2022
The Coronavirus (Recovery and Reform) (Scotland) Act 2022 received royal assent this month and comes into effect on 1 October 2022. On this date certain changes introduced to the private rented sector in response to the pandemic will become permanent. What does this mean for Private Landlords? Reasonableness There will be no return to mandatory […]
The Importance of Wills and Power of Attorney Deeds – Now and the Future
There are three questions we are asked most often by clients or potential clients regarding Wills and Power of Attorney deeds: 1. What is the difference between them/do I really need both? Power of Attorney A Power of Attorney deed is a document which allows person(s) nominated by you to be your Attorney(s) to assist […]
Gifting Your Property to Avoid Care Costs
Many families wish to ensure that their family are provided for in the future. They have worked hard to be able to own their property and do not want their estate to be exhausted by paying care costs. Beware – there are many things to consider before taking such steps. 1. Should you require a […]
PRS Eviction Notice Periods Return to Pre-Covid Durations
The Coronavirus (Scotland) Acts (Early Expiry of Provisions) Regulations 2022 have been published and come into force on 29th March 2022. These regulations will bring an end to extended notice periods on 30th March 2022. What does this mean for particular tenancies? Private Residential Tenancies The notice period will revert back to either 28 or […]
