Cold, colder, freezing… don’t let the winter take you by surprise! It may not feel like it has properly arrived yet but we are being promised the coldest and snowiest winter in 5 years… Whether you are a landlord or a tenant, there are some precautions you can take to minimise the risk of emergencies, …
Read more >Often when couples or flatmates move into a rented property, neither the tenant nor landlord considers the issues that may arise if the partnership dissolves and one chooses to move out. This type of situation can throw up concerns for both tenant and landlord. The remaining tenant is often unsure whether they have the right …
Read more >An increasing number of people are falling into the role of landlord after deciding to rent their own property, rather than sell, when moving on. An understandable financial move, however it brings responsibility and duties that many may be unaware of or unsure about. Private Housing (Tenancies) (Scotland) Bill Legislation has changed considerably over the …
Read more >Rent levels are regularly discussed in the media with the finger pointing at private landlords, accusing them of needlessly charging more. However, external factors are often not mentioned or even taken into account when commenting on landlord’s calculations for rent. While there are landlords who will maximise their opportunity to make higher yields, often many …
Read more >Carbon Monoxide is a notorious killer. This odourless, colourless and non-irritant gas, exposure to which even at a low level, can cause serious injuries and in more extreme cases – death. It is estimated that one in 10 Scottish adults has suffered from carbon monoxide poisoning in their home and the risk of exposure is …
Read more >According to Scottish Government statistics, 69% of all accidental fires in Scottish homes, which equates to more than 3400 a year, are caused by electricity. Independent research conducted by Electrical Safety First also indicates that it is private tenants who are more likely to be at risk of electric shock or fire than owner occupiers. …
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