Leave a Gift in Your Will
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FAQs<br />
Do I really need a <strong>Will</strong>?<br />
Hav<strong>in</strong>g a <strong>Will</strong> is the best way to ensure that the people and causes you<br />
care about are looked after.<br />
Do I need a solicitor to write or amend my <strong>Will</strong>?<br />
We recommend that your <strong>Will</strong> is reviewed by an expert legal advisor.<br />
We can help you to f<strong>in</strong>d a local solicitor who will write your <strong>Will</strong> for free<br />
through our membership to the Free <strong>Will</strong>s Network.<br />
What <strong>in</strong>formation do I need to leave Capability Scotland a <strong>Gift</strong> <strong>in</strong><br />
my <strong>Will</strong>?<br />
All you need is our charity name (Capability Scotland) and our charity<br />
number (SC011330). <strong>Your</strong> solicitor will guide you through the rest.<br />
Are there any tax benefits to leav<strong>in</strong>g a <strong>Gift</strong> <strong>in</strong> my <strong>Will</strong> to Capability<br />
Scotland?<br />
Most <strong>Gift</strong>s left to us are exempt from Inheritance Tax because we are a<br />
charity. You can f<strong>in</strong>d out more about this from HMRC at<br />
www.gov.uk/<strong>in</strong>heritance-tax or a solicitor.<br />
Should I let you know if I <strong>in</strong>tend to leave Capability Scotland a <strong>Gift</strong><br />
<strong>in</strong> my <strong>Will</strong>?<br />
We would love to know but there is no obligation. Anyth<strong>in</strong>g you tell us is<br />
confidential and not legally-b<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g: your money, your choice.<br />
Can I choose what my <strong>Gift</strong> is spent on?<br />
Absolutely. We are committed to ensur<strong>in</strong>g that anyth<strong>in</strong>g that you leave is<br />
spent exactly how you would like it to be.<br />
What if I have any other questions?<br />
Our team love to hear from you and are always happy to help. Get <strong>in</strong><br />
touch by email<strong>in</strong>g fundrais<strong>in</strong>g@capability.scot or call us on 0131 347<br />
1029.