Think Before You Gift: Inheritance Tax Risks on House Deposits
At Scullion LAW, we understand the joy that comes from helping children or grandchildren onto the property ladder. Many families want to give a lump sum towards a house deposit, and we see how meaningful that support can be. But we also know that without the right planning, a generous gift could lead to an unexpected […]
Property Focus: Buying Your First Victorian Tenement in Edinburgh or Glasgow
Victorian Tenements in Scotland the Dream vs. The Reality: You’ve done the saving. You’ve secured the Decision in Principle. Maybe you’ve even had a generous boost from the Bank of Mum and Dad. Now, you’re standing in a high-ceilinged room in Shawlands or Stockbridge. You’re looking at the bay windows, the ornate cornicing, the original […]
The Pre-Christmas Boost: Bank of England Cuts Rates to 3.75% – What This Means for Scottish Homeowners
By the Property Team at Scullion LAW & Scullion LIVING The Bank of England has delivered an early Christmas present to homeowners and prospective buyers alike. As of today, 18 December 2025, the base interest rate has been cut to 3.75%, marking the sixth reduction since the start of this rate-cutting cycle. For the Scottish property market, this […]