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Information for executors

executors

If someone has chosen you to be the executor of their will and has left a gift to Age Scotland, we’re here to help make things easier.

How to pay in a legacy gift

Following a payment being made, one of the Legacy Income Team will be in touch to ask any further questions and provide you with a confirmation of receipt and thanks for this generous legacy gift.

Inheritance tax

As a registered charity, Age Scotland is normally exempt from Inheritance Tax, Capital Gains Tax and some aspects of Income Tax.

For more information, consult with your solicitor, visit HMRC's website, or call HMRC's helpline on 0845 302 0900.

Help with administering an estate

Contact the Law Society of Scotland for help finding a solicitor to assist with the administration of an estate.

Here to help

If you have any questions about administering an estate or paying a legacy, we’re here to help. Contact us and include an email address or phone number so we can easily get back to you.

  • 0333 323 2400
  • legacies@agescotland.org.uk      
  • Legacy Team, Age Scotland, Causewayside House, 160 Causewayside, Edinburgh EH9 1PR.