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The Student’s Guide to Rental Living in Fife

Fife is a fantastic region for students, offering a blend of coastal beauty and historic academic prestige. Whether you are studying at the University of St Andrews or attending Fife College, finding the right place to live is a top priority. Rental living here provides a unique sense of independence, but it also comes with …

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Innovative Investors are Still Finding Opportunities in a Challenging Market

In every market cycle, the most successful property investors are those who adapt. Where some see barriers, others spot opportunities. The sector has navigated everything from the global financial crisis to Covid, and now, particularly for Scottish landlords, a wave of legislative and fiscal pressures. Rent controls, rent freezes, and the Additional Dwelling Supplement (ADS) …

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Awaab’s Law in Scotland’s Private Rented Sector

On 21st January 2026 draft regulations – Top of Form Bottom of Form The Investigation and Commencement of Repair (Scotland) Regulations 2026 – were laid before the Scottish Parliament. The regulations are a significant milestone in Scotland’s efforts to improve rented housing conditions by introducing new duties on private landlords to strengthen tenants’ rights and …

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Valentine’s Day: What Happens to Your Deposit When You Move in With Your Partner?

Valentine’s Day is often associated with big romantic gestures, and for some couples that might involve taking the next step in the relationship and moving in together. While sharing a home can be exciting, for rented properties it is important to consider the implications this has on the deposit. Whether it’s one partner joining an …

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How Technology is Changing Renting in Scotland

Renting a place in Scotland doesn’t have to feel like a headache anymore. Websites like Citylets make it super easy to scroll through listings, compare prices, and even manage your own property if you’re a landlord – all from the comfort of your home. But tech isn’t just about websites. Video tours are quickly becoming …

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The Scottish Government Needs to Ensure the Building Safety Levy Doesn’t Undermine Efforts to Increase Housing Supply 

With ‘More Homes Scotland’ announced on 22 January, the Scottish Government will need to avoid introducing legislation that would be a barrier to the delivery of new homes. With the Building Safety Levy (Scotland) Bill having passed Stage 1 of the Scottish Parliament’s legislative process on 8 January 2026, Propertymark continues to highlight that introducing an additional blanket charge on new …

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