Q: I thought it was illegal for American citizens to hold titles like Laird or Lady.
A: It is not illegal. However, it is up to the relevant authority to deem the title acceptable or not. For example, the DMV or passport office might not allow you to use the title Laird or Lady on such documents.
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Q: Can you purchase for a couple? For example, buy a present that includes both a Laird and Lady? If so, how much is it?
A: Unfortunately no, the Laird or Lady Gift Box is for one individual only. However, you could purchase two - one for your Laird and one for your Lady! Please note that their plots of land in Scotland will not necessarily be next to each other.
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Q: So if I buy one million dollars worth of these id get 20,000 square feet of land?
A: Actually, it would be 20,020 one-square-foot pieces of land. There is no guarantee that the land will be next to each other if more than one is bought. No planning permission is given to the land owner, as the nature of the gift is to raise money to preserve the landscape.
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Q: How much does it cost to register your plot of land?
A: The cost of the registration is included in the cost of purchasing the gift set. Registration is super easy - you can do it online!
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Q: With said title, would we get International Royalty perks here in the USA?
A: Unfortunately, no. But we still think the Laird or Lady title will garner you some serious respect.
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Q: By owning title to the land are you involved in the trust? Decision making, etc.? Who are the trustees?
A: The recipient of this gift would not be involved in any decision making or trust. However, the Laird/Lady is granted access to the Laird Retreat which offers the opportunity for fishing, boating, hiking, and water sports. The owners of the land are South Angus Survival.
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Q: Will I have to pay taxes to Scotland? for owning land?
A: No, you are not responsible for any taxes on the one-square-foot piece of land.
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Q: Can I use this title in legal documents?
A: If you are interested in adding your new title to official documents such as your passport, driving license, credit cards, etc, please contact that organization directly as to what changes may or may not be possible.
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Q: umm... can you say awesomeness?
A: If we couldn't, we wouldn't be here.
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Q: If you bought your own plot and went to visit it, could you plant little flowers on the plot to discern it from the rest?
A: No, you are not allowed to plant flowers on your plot of land. The intention is to keep the land in its natural, unaltered state.
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Q: I have two questions: Can we like, grow flowers and stuff on our land? Who can own Scottish land? Is it limited to Americans only?
A: No, you cannot grow flowers on your square foot of land. Anyone can own the land; you do not need to be American.
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Q: Does owning this piece of land entitle me to Scottish citizenship?
A: No, you do not become a citizen of Scotland. Becoming a citizen of another country isn't that easy of a process!
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Q: If I buy this do I have obligation to pay to keep it up or have to make donations to the environment of Scotland?
A: Nope! You own the land, but don't have to do or pay for any of the upkeep (your original purchase of the item itself helps with that).
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Q: Wouldnt it be sweet if the gift cam with a kilt?
A: It would be sweet for the Lairds, but what about the Ladies? There'd also be the whole size issue. But we agree, kilts are awesome!
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Q: My friend's name is Laird. So will he become Laird Laird?
A: Yep, I guess so!
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Q: could you visit your plot and live there? if you slept with no tent or house?
A: You can visit your piece of land, but you cannot live on it. Besides, one square foot isn't enough space to live on!
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Q: can you take a guest to the laird's retreat?
A: As long as the Laird has their proof of title card, they can take guests to the retreat.
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Q: Could you get a title that isn't really... Uh... Gender correct for someone? That is, could you maybe get the title of "lady" for a guy?
A: The certificate will always say "Laird", whether for a male or female name.
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Q: How much is the registration fee?
A: There is no additional cost if you register online (details are provided in the gift set). If you choose to mail in the registration, you would only need to pay the postage.
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Q: If I fill out the registration for the person I want to give this to, how long will it take for you to send back the registered title?
A: The certificate is sent out within 28 days of registration.
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Q: Do property taxes apply?
A: No. You do not need to pay any property taxes on your plot of land.
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Q: Most awesome gift ever!
A: Agreed!
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Q: How old do you have to be?
A: There are no restrictions on age. Anyone can become a Laird or Lady!
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Q: how do you apply or fill in forms online to become a laird and can you put the title lord on my english passport
A: Once you receive your gift set, you can fill out the registration online or fill out the included forms and mail them. If you want to use your Laird title on official documents, you would need to consult that entity to see if it is acceptable.
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Q: Does it cost to register the land?
A: The recipient will not encounter any costs. Since their gift can be registered online, they don't even have to spend money on postage to complete the registration.
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Q: Can I do stuff to my one square foot of land ? Like plant a tree or bury treasure ?
A: Unfortunately, no. Part of the idea is to help preserve this land in its natural state, so alterations to the land are not allowed.
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Q: How many one foot squares are in 10 acres? How many have been sold to date?
A: There are 43,560 square feet in one acre, so that means there are 435,600 square feet in ten acres. That's a lot of square footage!
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Q: Is it possible to obtain the GPS coordinates of the purchased piece of land?
A: We're not sure that you'll be able to obtain the exact GPS coordinates for your personal square foot of land. However, we can tell you that the general coordinates for the area where your plot will be located are Longitude 265 and Latitude 361.
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Q: Is there an age limit on who can own the land?
A: Nope! You could be a newborn baby or old as dirt!
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Q: How does this work, in terms of the Scottish legal system? Does this mean that technically any landowners in Scotland are, by definition, Lords/Ladies?
A: The title "Laird" means landowner. This gift makes you a landowner in Scotland and therefore entitles you to use the title of "Laird". It can be used by both men and women, but female Lairds may prefer to use "Lady" as it a commonly accepted equivalent. The landowners in Scotland are not called "Lord" as this is a British aristocratic title.
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Q: how long will you own the land
A: You will own the land indefinitely. The owners of the Laird's Retreat are not allowed to sell it.
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Q: DO I have to pay for Laird's retreat?
A: You do not have to pay for the Laird's Retreat. Part of the gift gives you a Proof of Title card, which is used to show you are entitled to have access to the Laird's Retreat.
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Q: Would you have to pay yearly taxes?
A: No, you are not responsible for any taxes on the property.
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Q: Can I buy this in advance to give it to someone special later? As in, perhaps years later?
A: The Become a Laird of Lady Gift Set does have an expiration date for the registration. The expiration date is about 2 years from the time of purchase.
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Q: Does the title transfer with marriage. Such as if you're a Laird and you get married, will your wife be Lady?
A: No, the Laird or Lady Gift Box only grants one title - either Laird or Lady. So, even if you are a Laird and get married, your lady won't legally be a Lady with a capital "L". The title can be inherited, though, so your son can become a Laird.
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Q: Hey, will you be selling the same land that I bought to OTHER people? please be honest. My mom + Dad are thinking that even though you sell the piece of land to me, u will sell it 2 other pplz.
A: A plot is only sold once, so you and you alone are officially (and legally) the sole owner of your piece of land. This benefits both you (since you can call yourself Laird or Lady) and the conservation trust, as they'll be able to preserve more and more of the Scottish countryside.
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