Missives: What Are They And When Are They Binding?
In Scots Law, missives are a series of formal letters exchanged between the seller’s solicitor and the purchaser’s
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Thorntons' Residential Property team
Thorntons’ residential property team comprises of dedicated estate agency professionals and highly experienced residential conveyancing Solicitors. Whether you’re a first time buyer, seller or home mover, we guide you through the buying and selling process in Scotland, all while providing peace of mind and local market expertise.
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Thorntons builds on construction law and commercial real estate expertise.
Leading independent Scottish law firm Thorntons has expanded its market-leading Commercial Real Estate team, with the
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What Scotland's EPC changes mean for non-domestic properties?
In 2023, the Scottish Government launched its Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) reform consultation. Following
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Navigating inconsistencies in title deeds with the Tenement Management Scheme
In June 2024, the Scotland Census 2022 reported that almost one third of households in Scotland were living in tenement
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Understanding the Scottish Property System as a First-Time Buyer
Purchasing your first home is an exciting milestone, but it can also feel overwhelming especially when navigating the
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Wood Burning Stoves Now Permitted in New Homes and Buildings in Scotland
The Scottish Government has recently announced a significant amendment to the New Build Heat Standard (NBHS) regulations
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Red Light, Green Lease – A Growing Trend for Sustainable Real Estate
The avid television viewer will be familiar with the game ‘Red Light, Green Light’, featuring in the hit Netflix show
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New budget proposal impacts on homeowners
In the latest Budget update, the Scottish Government included a change to raise the additional dwelling supplement (ADS)
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EPC Improvement Plans from Scottish Government
The Scottish Government, in its efforts achieve Net Zero emissions in Scotland’s buildings, will introduce regulations
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Insuring a Glasgow Institution
Once the jewel of Glasgow’s culinary scene and the go-to spot for celeb spotting, Rogano was the iconic restaurant where
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I want to “break” free: Ensure your commercial lease break notice is right
The changing economic climate and market conditions means that break options in commercial leases are commonplace. The
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Option Contracts in Scotland: Will mandatory registration mitigate the housing shortage?
It is well-known that there is a housing emergency throughout the UK. The number of new build properties, including