If you’re searching for the ideal city to bring up your family, Edinburgh is a fantastic choice. Offering a mix of historic charm, modern amenities, excellent schools, an abundance of museums and galleries and plenty of green spaces for children to explore, it’s certainly a very exciting prospect for any young family. In fact, earlier …
Read more >The qualification that can open many doors for property agents is officially approved by Scottish Government Propertymark Qualifications recently launched Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF) Level 6 Certificate in Property Agency (Lettings) has been officially recognised by the Scottish Government, which has many benefits for property agents. After a recent review, the Scottish Government decided …
Read more >As Scotland’s Budget announcement approaches on December 4th, there’s a lot of anticipation around how it might shape the future of the private rented sector (PRS). With ongoing discussions about tenant protections, landlord taxes and rent controls, it’s clear that housing policy remains a top priority for the Scottish Government. In episode 94 of Citylets …
Read more >One key aspect of the Housing (Scotland) Bill, introduced in the Scottish Parliament in spring 2024, was the proposed rent controls and rent increase restrictions within the Private Rented Sector. The proposals raised concerns amongst private landlords in terms of their ability to cover rising costs, including those associated with maintenance, energy, costs and inflation. …
Read more >As a landlord or tenant, ensuring your rental property remains both functional and visually appealing is essential. One often-overlooked yet vital feature of a well-maintained property is the floor access cover. Whether you’re updating a rental space or ensuring seamless utility access, selecting the right floor access cover can significantly impact the property’s usability and …
Read more >Ahead of the Scottish Budget on 4th December 2024, Propertymark has urged the Scottish Government to start incentivising investment in the private rental sector. Following the appointment of John Swinney as Scotland’s First Minister on 7th May 2024, the professional body called on the Scottish Government to tackle Scotland’s housing emergency by reviewing all costs …
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