For the Scottish Government, declaring a housing emergency was perhaps inevitable, with local authority after local authority finding themselves with no other option but to declare that they could not meet their housing obligations, and more still declaring this after the Government’s announcement. But what to do now? That seems to be the question on …
Read more >Following on from last month’s blog on the proposed rent control provisions in the Housing Bill, this month’s blog looks at the some of the other aspects in the Bill that directly affect the Private Rented Sector. The order they appear, follows the order they appear in the Bill rather than any particular order of …
Read more >Setting the right rental price is a delicate balance that requires careful consideration of market conditions, property attributes, and tenant expectations. In the competitive Scottish property market, and in Edinburgh specifically, where rental demand can vary significantly from urban to rural areas, landlords must be strategic to attract quality tenants and maximise returns. Here are …
Read more >Landlords in Scotland must ensure that their rental properties are kept in top condition to attract and retain quality tenants. Furnishing apartments, flats and houses before putting them on the market can be a tremendously beneficial way to maximise returns while providing tenants with a comfortable and safe place to live. Of course, landlords face …
Read more >When it comes to investing in a buy-to-let property, it’s often the case that you’ll make a bigger profit by choosing an older or more dated property and putting your stamp on it. An appealing rental not only minimises vacant periods, but it also means you can charge a higher rent which in turn increases …
Read more >Many responsibilities come with being a landlord and oftentimes they are costly. From property management to repairs and maintenance, there’s a lot that can be a drain on your time and finances. And with the rising cost of living as well as gas and electricity prices, it’s no wonder landlords are looking for ways to …
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