In the current economic climate, the post-pandemic property market in Edinburgh, the Lothians, Fife and the Borders is showing clear signs of slowing, with buyers being more cautious with the prices they are willing to pay to secure their dream home. Between April-June 2023, the average property selling price rose marginally by 0.2% year on …
Read more >As a landlord, it’s imperative that your rental property is as secure and safe as possible. Any prospective tenant that you let the property to will demand some form of security measures as a bare minimum. Luckily, with the continued rise and availability of smart home technology, there are plenty of intelligent security options and …
Read more >Getting to know who the co-owners are in your building is important as having a list of their names and contact details can improve communication and allows for better decision-making between owners. This can make the process of organising repairs and dealing with any issues in your building easier. If you don’t know who owns …
Read more >Private Housing (Tenancies) (Scotland) Act 2016 introduced a number of significant changes to the private rented sector in Scotland, the most notable being the introduction of Private Residential Tenancies (PRT). One addition under the Act, which has gone under the radar, is the introduction of Rent Pressure Zones. Rent Pressure Zones enable local authorities to …
Read more >Wondering what you can and can’t do when renting a property? Here’s why tenancy agreements are a crucial part of the process. What is a tenancy agreement? A tenancy agreement will outline the terms of your lease and what is expected of you as a tenant. You should read the agreement carefully before you sign …
Read more >Whether it’s making a property more luxurious, comfortable or secure, landlords can increase their rental yields and minimise the risk of a property sitting empty by being more discerning with the features they install in their rental properties. For landlords unsure where to begin, here are a few leading features tenants are often looking for. …
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