As the legal, regulatory and professional landscape in Scotland continues to evolve, this can be demanding for many letting agents, especially for those operating their own business. This is because there are numerous challenges such as navigating difficult legal and regulatory frameworks like the Private Residential Tenancy system, the Letting Agent Code of Practice, and …
Read more >February is a good time to take stock of your finances and your home after the post-festive period which often leaves people recovering from the over-spending on food, presents, and festive outings like trips to the pantomime. With early December salaries stretched thin, January can feel like a long month. Now that February has arrived, …
Read more >How can you stay warm in your rental property this winter, without it costing you and the planet a fortune? January brought freezing conditions and snow for much of the country, with most of us cranking up the heating thermostat or keeping our heating on for longer, to try and keep cosy. But, as we …
Read more >In December 2024, the Scottish Government announced a significant change to the Additional Dwelling Supplement (ADS), increasing it from 6% to 8%. This adjustment marks a notable shift in Scotland’s property market landscape, affecting buyers of additional residential properties, such as second homes or buy-to-let investments. The change is part of a broader strategy to …
Read more >The most recent statistical analysis of the work and the case load of the First-tier Tribunal: Housing and Property Chamber (HPC) which covers the period 1 April 2022 to 31 March 2023 has been released recently and makes interesting reading. The full publication can be found here. What volume of cases were received? The HPC …
Read more >We begin the episode by hearing about the story behind Chapmans. Laura shares what inspired her to start the agency and reflects on some of the challenges she faced in the early days. We also discuss the core values and principles that have shaped Chapmans into a trusted letting agency in Edinburgh. Looking ahead to …
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