Writing a Will During Your Property Purchase
Buying a property in Scotland is a major step and an ideal time to put a Will in place. Making your will when buyingkeeps your wishes recorded and your affairs in order from day one.
For the full buying process, see our Buying in Scotland guide.
When It’s Especially Important
- Buying with a partner but not married.
- Having children from a previous relationship.
- Purchasing your first home.
- Holding significant assets or debts.
Hastings Legal can prepare your Will alongside your conveyancing, saving time and ensuring everything is coordinated.
What a Will Does
- Protects your new asset: Your home becomes part of your estate and a Will directs who inherits it.
- Clarifies your wishes: Without a Will, the law decides who inherits, which may not match your intentions.
- Makes things easier later: Reduces uncertainty and stress for your family.
Why Now Is a Good Time
During a purchase you already have identification, documents and financial details to hand. That removes a common barrier to getting started.
If you are already working with Hastings Legal, we can use the verification completed for conveyancing to prepare your Will—without extra steps.
When to Arrange It — Your Will When Buying
Start your Will once missives are concluded—when your purchase is legally binding but before the Date of Entry. This timing gives you space to consider your wishes without delaying the transaction.
How Hastings Legal Can Help
- Ask the right questions and explain your options.
- Prepare a clear, valid Will tailored to your circumstances.
- Complete the process efficiently using your purchase verification.
For broader guidance, read our Making a Will in Scotland guide and our Power of Attorney guide. For official background, see mygov.scot on making a will.
Contact us: To arrange a free Will check or speak to our team, call 01573 226999 or email enq@hastingslegal.co.uk.
