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Propertymark Launches Company Advantage Package to Support Scottish Agents with Compliance Challenges

March 7, 2025

Many property agents no doubt feel stressed at times about their compliance requirements, and dealing with HMRC and Trading Standards can feel like a headache. With continuous concerns from agents being reported surrounding GDPR privacy policies, Complaints Handling Procedures and material information, Propertymark has launched Company Advantage packages for its members. Not only will the …

Lets Talk with Wendy Gallagher

March 6, 2025

The buy-to-let market is evolving rapidly, and investors need to stay informed about shifting demand, regulatory changes, and investment strategies to ensure long-term success. In our latest podcast episode, we had the pleasure of speaking with Wendy Gallagher, Managing Director of One Stop Properties. With an extensive background spanning mortgage advising, underwriting, and lettings management, …

Scottish Government Proposes Reform of Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs)

March 4, 2025

The Scottish Government has announced proposals for the extensive reform of Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs). The aim of these reforms is to make EPCs more accurate in measuring the energy efficiency and easy for property owners to understand. The changes themselves are a little complicated, so at Under One Roof, we have aimed to summarise …

New Reporting Obligations

February 27, 2025

New Reporting Obligations Additional financial reporting obligations come into force for letting agents on 14 May 2025. These changes, form part of what will be extended anti-money laundering rules (AML), have been introduced by HM Treasury Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation (OFSI). The changes mean that, as “relevant firms”, letting agents (who carry out “letting …

What Landlords Need to know about Navigating Property Letting Compliance in Scotland

February 26, 2025

Becoming a landlord has a lot more legal responsibilities than most people think. There is more complexity required than just collecting rent and finding tenants. A landlord has a legal responsibility to keep the properties compliant and within the Repairing Standard. If these requirements are ignored the repercussions for a landlord can be serious, resulting …

What Does It Take to Succeed in the Property Market?

February 25, 2025

For landlords and investors alike, the property market presents great opportunities for strong investment returns, but also unique challenges. This month, we’re exploring a little of what it takes to “make it” in the residential property world. Whether you’re an experienced investor, a DIY landlord, or someone considering dipping your toes into real estate, these …