‘Retrofit’ refers to the improvement of existing buildings to meet modern energy-efficiency standards. It is a priority for many homeowners, as retrofit measures such as installing heat pumps or insulation can help to save money on energy bills and make their home feel warmer. However, in shared buildings such as tenements, retrofitting common areas of …
Read more >In Light of the Diligence Against Earnings (Variation) (Scotland) Regulations 2024 Rent arrears remain a common reason landlords seek to terminate Private Rented Sector tenancies. In such cases, when seeking an Eviction Order from the First-tier Tribunal, landlords will often also make an application for a Payment Order to recover the debt. What do you …
Read more >As the first quarter of 2025 draws to a close, much of the global economic conversation has been shaped by the actions of the current resident of the Whitehouse. At the forefront is the growing focus on tariffs and their potential implications for global trade and economic stability. A pattern of frequent and unexpected policy …
Read more >Previous blogs have looked at the Housing (Scotland) Bill (the Bill) and discussed possible amendments for Stage 2. There have now been over 450 proposed amendments to the Bill which has led the Housing Committee session being pushed back to 6 May from the originally planned 29 April. Some of these proposed amendments have come …
Read more >In the competitive world of property, success often hinges not just on what you know, but on who you know and who can help you navigate through any issues you may face. Property networking has emerged as a critical tool for investors, landlords, developers, and property professionals seeking to gain an edge in the market. …
Read more >In a recent decision the FTT refused to grant an eviction order despite the tenant having failed to defend the action, pay full rent for over a year, respond to the landlord or make payment proposals. This decision was overturned on appeal by the Upper Tribunal with Sherif Reid finding that the FTT had “fallen …
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