When a landlord claims part of the tenant’s deposit, the inventory is a vital document that adjudicators will use to understand the state of the property at both the start and end of the tenancy. It is unlikely that the property at the end of the tenancy, particularly for longer tenancies, will be returned in …
Read more >The Scottish Government has recently published some interesting statistics about tenancy deposits in Scotland in response to a Freedom of Information Request. The publication itself can be found here and provides data on all three of the approved tenancy deposit schemes, how many deposits they each hold and the value of same. The clear ‘winner’ …
Read more >If you’re looking to rent a property in Edinburgh, you might have many questions about how the process works, especially if it’s your first time renting in Scotland. Here, we answer some of the most frequently asked questions to help you feel equipped to proceed with your property search. How should I start searching for …
Read more >Scotland has a healthy commercial property market, with Peter Walker of the Business Insider reporting that Scotland has seen an increase of 4% in the first half of the year despite an overall decrease in the rest of the UK1. With businesses attracted to Scotland, renters will follow bringing with them the demands for more …
Read more >The start of the academic year brings a fresh batch of bright-eyed, bushy-tailed new students into the private-rented sector (PRS) as they navigate the trials of living away from their parents for the first time, adopting new responsibilities and facing new challenges. Similarly, students who have just finished university and previously lived in student halls …
Read more >Edinburgh is undoubtedly one of the most popular cities in the UK to set up home, offering massive appeal for a wide range of residents. From its world-class cultural offerings to its rich history and fascinating architecture, Edinburgh is a vibrant city with plenty of promise – whether you’re a student, a young professional or …
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