Given the rise of property prices over recent years, it’s no surprise that co-ownership has emerged as a popular strategy for property investment. This method for getting on the property ladder or kicking off an investment portfolio allows individuals to pool their resources. You’ll have a bigger scope of properties to choose from, since your …
Read more >Are you new to renting in Scotland, moving here for the first time, or stepping out on your own? Navigating Scotland’s private rented sector can feel daunting, especially with its unique rules and competitive market conditions. Episode 93 features Nicky Lloyd, Head of Lettings at ESPC, providing invaluable insights and practical advice for prospective tenants …
Read more >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 >Does absence of landlord registration invalidate the tenancy agreement? Readers will be aware it is an offence for a landlord to let property in Scotland unless registered with the local authority landlord register. If convicted, landlords face a fine of up to £50,000. While the absence of a landlord registration is a matter for which …
Read more >A recent article published in The Herald, written by John Blackwood, Chief Executive of Scottish Association of Landlords, called for a reset in relations between the government and the private rented sector. In the same month, Scottish Labour signaled that they were, in principle, supportive of rent controls. The impasse between the PRS and those …
Read more >In episode 93 of Lets Talk, Jacqueline Omoniyi, Education and Training Officer for Under One Roof Scotland talks about her wealth of experience in the Scottish property sector. Jacqueline brings a unique perspective on housing, tenement management, and owners’ associations. This episode is filled with insights and discussions that are both timely and relevant to …
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