Tenancy Sustainment in the PRS and Ending the Housing Crisis 

Tenancy support and sustainment work is often highlighted by housing students as a defining feature of the social rented sector. However, as the PRS continues to strengthen its role in addressing the housing emergency, there is an opportunity to explore how this important aspect can further evolve and contribute to shared housing goals. The vast …

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Advantages of Selling and Moving into a Rental

As much as the idea of owning a home is romanticised in our culture, the realities of owning your own home aren’t always what they seem. Being a homeowner can be great, but it can also introduce additional challenges that inhibit your potential quality of life. Taking a different perspective, we want to explore why rentals …

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Winter Worries That Might Affect Your Deposit

‘Tis the season to be jolly – but there is nothing jolly at all about facing a deposit dispute at the end of a tenancy. From decorations that have been left up when the tenancy moves out to damage that has been caused by harsh weather conditions during the winter, tenancy deposit scheme SafeDeposits Scotland …

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Housing Bill: Update

We have previously blogged on the terms of the Housing (Scotland) Bill (the Bill) as presented at stage 1 of its progress through the Scottish Parliament. The previous blogs can be found here and here. And whilst the parliamentary debate on stage 1 of the Bill only took place on 28 November 2024, the Scottish …

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Lets Talk with Nicky McConnachie

In episode 95, we are delighted to be speaking with Nicky McConnachie, Founder and CEO of 29Twelve, a boutique consultancy offering specialised services in property sourcing and vacant home management. Known as the “Mary Poppins of the Property Industry,” Nicky brings a wealth of experience and a personalised approach to the property market. From diverse …

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Mental Health and the Private Rented Sector

The 10th of October marked World Mental Health Day, a day when many organisations will flag their support for mental health.  How does a movement or sector contribute to better mental health and what can the private rented sector do to actively encourage better mental health for its tenants? First, an assessment of mental health …

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