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Do you have to sell your house to pay for care in Scotland?

In Scotland, while free personal and nursing care is provided for assessed needs, the cost of accommodation in a care home must be met by the individual if their assets exceed a certain threshold. The good news is that you may not have to sell your house to pay for care in Scotland, thanks to specific property disregard rules and deferred payment options.

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Do you have to sell your house to pay for care in the UK?

Nearly a quarter of a million people in the UK live in residential care homes, and many families worry about the financial implications. This expert guide addresses the complex question: do you have to sell your house to pay for care in the UK? The answer is more nuanced than a simple 'yes' or 'no', depending on specific circumstances.

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