Buying and selling property can be a stressful process. If you’re asking the question 'Can I pull out of a house sale?', something has probably happened that has significantly increased your stress levels. Perhaps the planned mortgage for your new house has fallen...
If you are over 55 and own your own home, Equity Release offers a route to unlock the value tied up in the property. This equity release guide will take you through the process step-by-step, including the importance of seeking independent advice to assess whether...
Understanding Title Deed Transfers in ScotlandIn this article, we look to explore dispositions and title deed transfers in Scotland with our helpful guide. Learn the steps, timing and legal requirements with Wallace Quinn Transferring title deeds in Scotland is an...
Unlocking the Potential of Your Home As we reach our retirement years, many of us find ourselves considering the future of our finances and how to make the most of the assets we already have. One of the options that may be particularly beneficial for those who have...
Wallace Quinn’s Margaret McMillan and Hazel Hamilton have smashed their £1000 fundraising target for Glasgow’s Golden Generation at this year’s Glasgow Kiltwalk. Margaret and Hazel walked the 14.6 miles from Clydebank to Loch Lomond in a little over four and a half...
Updating Your Will in Scotland: Why, When, and How Do you know that statistics show that only 30% of the Scottish population have a legal Will in place? Planning for the future is vital and having a Will is one way to ensure that your wishes are fulfilled. Also, over...
Marketing and Business Development Director Margaret McMillan and Legal Cashier Hazel Hamilton will be taking part in this year’s Glasgow Kiltwalk to help raise funds for charity ‘Glasgow’s Golden Generation’. Kiltwalk is Scotland’s largest mass participation walking...
5 important stages of buying property in Scotland If you’ve found your ideal property and are ready to get the ball rolling on a purchase, in this article we’ll talk about the 5 key stages on the conveyancing journey.Important Stages of Buying Property in Scotland (1)...
As part of our commitment to clients and our obligations as a firm regulated by the Law Society of Scotland, we do all that we can to keep your data safe and provide measures to maximise cyber security. In this article, we’ll look at some of the steps we take to do...
Wallace Quinn Managing Director John Quinn has completed his ‘Strictly for the Hospice’ dance challenge and smashed his fundraising target in the process. John has been leaving the office and heading to dance practice in recent months, where he and professional dance...
In April 2023, the threshold for capital gains tax (CGT) is changing. In the UK there is an annual exemption amount for capital gains tax; currently that exemption is £12,300. From April, it lowers to £6000. This could have an impact on anybody selling any...
Wallace Quinn Managing Director John Quinn has been hard at work in the dance studio in his spare time in recent months as he prepares for a charity fundraiser in aid of St Andrew’s Hospice. John and professional dance partner Sharon Millar, have been learning the...
This article has been updated as of 7th May 2024. If you can work anywhere globally with a reliable internet connection, consider becoming a digital nomad in Spain. The Digital Nomad Visa (DNV), part of Spain's Startup Act to boost entrepreneurship and technology...
If you own or lease property through an ‘overseas entity’, you are required to be registered with Companies House. Read on to find out more and how we can help clients affected by overseas entity property registration. Overseas Entity Property Registration On 5th...
Wallace Quinn visit GGG's Mattie Carwood Centre Wallace Quinn recently visited Glasgow Golden Generation’s Mattie Carwood Centre. Attendees had a three-course Christmas meal followed by a game of bingo and a performance from a talented singer. Glasgow’s Golden...
Time for our third annual 'Quiz of the Year' to help pass some time with family and friends this year. To all our clients, colleagues and friends, Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from all of us at Wallace Quinn. Rules: 1. Have fun. 2. No smartphones. 3. 1 point...
Community is important to us at Wallace Quinn and we currently work with three amazing charities to help with fundraising and other activities – St Andrew’s Hospice, S.M.I.L.E. Counselling and Glasgow’s Golden Generation. Find out more about them below read about...
Managing Digital Assets after Death When someone passes away, the process of sorting out all their assets can be an upsetting and stressful time. However, one thing that’s normally not mentioned or thought of is the digital footprint they leave behind. According...