Holyrood’s period of political instability has negatively impacted Scotland’s housing market, Propertymark has argued. The Scottish Government survived a vote of no confidence on Wednesday 1 May, which was pushed forward by Scottish Labour following the resignation of Humza Yousaf as Scotland’s First Minister. Mr Yousaf resigned his post following the Scottish Greens’ removal from …
Read more >Properly maintaining the area below ground level is crucial for preserving the structural integrity of tenement buildings. This includes ensuring adequate ventilation, preventing moisture build-up, and addressing any issues with dampness or rot. Whether the building has a basement or just a solum (the space beneath the ground floor), taking care of this area is …
Read more >Episode 87 of Lets Talk covers the topic of relocation services. Angela Stewart, Founder and Managing Director of Edinburgh-based Remeo shares her journey of establishing Remeo in 2011 and the subsequent collaboration with Susan Godfrey. She describes their diverse skill sets and expertise gained from previous positions before creating Remeo, and details how their experiences …
Read more >The Scottish Law Commission recently published a discussion paper containing provisional proposals for the introduction of owners’ associations. The paper runs to over 200 pages and follows a recommendation in 2018 that establishing owners associations could help improve the condition of tenements throughout Scotland. Landlords should note that a ‘tenement’ includes any building made up …
Read more >To furnish or not to furnish is a dilemma all landlords face before renting out an apartment for the first time. In most cases, it is a matter of personal preference, and the final decision is based on several considerations such as the target market and area of investment. Renting is an extremely popular …
Read more >In the heart of Scotland’s bustling cities, a quiet revolution is underway, one that is reshaping urban landscapes and revitalising communities. Urban regeneration projects, fuelled by collaboration between public and private sectors, are breathing new life into neglected areas, transforming derelict sites into vibrant hubs of activity. In this blog, we explore the evolution of …
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