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2024: What’s Happening in the PRS?

With the Scotland football team flying off to Germany for the Euros, and the 2024 Olympics taking place in Paris, we are looking at what could be a very exciting year ahead. It’s set to be a busy year for the private rented sector (PRS) too, with an already busy calendar of forthcoming developments and …

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Tenement Maintenance Update – What’s Going On?

The inaugural meeting of the Scottish Parliamentary Working Group on Tenement Maintenance took place in March 2018. This was a cross party initiative in response to a debate in the Scottish Parliament in January 2018 on the maintenance of tenement communal property and the challenges of getting common repairs carried out. There had been a …

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Renunciations and Bringing Leases to an End

In a case that is of perhaps of more historical interest in that it relates to the renunciation of assured and short-assured tenancies under the Housing (Scotland) Act 1988 (the 1988 Act), the Upper Tribunal looked at the situation where it was alleged that the landlord had, with a view to evicting the tenant, persuaded …

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Escape of Water – How to Protect Your Property

What exactly is an ‘escape of water’? Escape of water incidents are one of the most common causes of property insurance claims. These unfortunate incidents occur when water leaks from a pipe or appliance and causes damage to your property and belongings. When it comes to insurance and water damage, it is useful to understand …

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Innovative Co-Living Spaces: A New Trend in Student Housing

The concept of student housing has evolved significantly over the years, shifting from traditional dormitories and shared apartments to more innovative solutions. Today, co-living spaces are emerging as a popular trend in student housing, offering unique benefits and experiences. These modern living arrangements are reshaping how students interact, study, and live during their college years. …

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Can Bad Credit Stop you from Renting a Property?

Are you worried about whether bad credit could stop you from renting a property? This is a big concern for many people looking for new accommodation in the UK. In this guide, we’ll be taking a look at the relationship between bad credit and the rental market, and tell you what you can do if …

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