The Cost of Living (Tenant Protection) (Saving Provision) (Scotland) Regulations 2025 Prior to the pandemic and cost of living crisis, rent increases were not subject to much attention in the Scottish PRS. This is because landlords rarely sought to increase the rent during a tenancy, often allowing the rent to remain the same for a …
Read more >As the Housing Bill continues to journey through Parliament, can consensus and common sense prevail in allowing tenants to decorate their homes as they see fit? A recent look around at the homes available for rent in Glasgow demonstrated a huge diversity of properties available, but also a huge variety of standards of properties in …
Read more >Renting out properties in Scotland is very competitive. Rents are increasing every year, with the average rent of a one-bed property at £856 per month. With these rising costs come greater expectations and requests from tenants. If you want to stay competitive and win great tenants, this article is for you with essential tips for …
Read more >Image source: Pixabay If you are looking for a tenant or buyer, renovating your home can be a great way to make your property stand out and command a higher fee. When you modernise it with new paint, flooring, and a few updated designs here and there, you’ll attract more reliable renters and reduce vacancies. …
Read more >Many property agents no doubt feel stressed at times about their compliance requirements, and dealing with HMRC and Trading Standards can feel like a headache. With continuous concerns from agents being reported surrounding GDPR privacy policies, Complaints Handling Procedures and material information, Propertymark has launched Company Advantage packages for its members. Not only will the …
Read more >The buy-to-let market is evolving rapidly, and investors need to stay informed about shifting demand, regulatory changes, and investment strategies to ensure long-term success. In our latest podcast episode, we had the pleasure of speaking with Wendy Gallagher, Managing Director of One Stop Properties. With an extensive background spanning mortgage advising, underwriting, and lettings management, …
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