As Humza Yousaf is voted in as the new First Minister and a cabinet reshuffle seeing Paul McLennan in a new position as Housing Minister, there are pressing issues within the entire housing and property sector that need to be prioritised as part of the Scottish Government’s new leadership agenda. The new Ministerial post for …
Read more >As a landlord or property professional, it is important to maximise the potential of the property you are letting. As such, treating your portfolio like any other business is essential, from figuring out your profit margins to expanding your property empire. You must consider how the rental property is marketed as first impressions count for …
Read more >Patrick Harvie said in January he would seek to extend the cost of living legislation that includes Scotland’s rent cap and moratorium on evictions. Following the Local Government, Housing and Planning Committee’s scrutiny of the proposals to amend the Cost of Living Act, and a majority vote, the Scottish Parliament passed the amended regulations on …
Read more >Letting agents play a crucial role in the property rental market, acting as intermediaries between landlords and tenants. With the rise in popularity of letting agent jobs , competition in the industry has become increasingly fierce. So, if you want to stand out and succeed in this field, you must have a thorough understanding of …
Read more >With Scotland taking the lead on driving up standards in the private rented sector, a recent report has shown how professional bodies and qualifications can be vital in obtaining the knowledge and confidence to provide a better service for landlords and their tenants. The report from the Charted Institute of Housing has outlined that 93% …
Read more >Buying your first property is rarely a simple process. There is a great deal to think about, not just in terms of where you want to live and finding the ideal home, but also making a decision about what is probably the most expensive purchase you have ever made. In 2023, these issues are more …
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