We have blogged on issues around the duties on landlords under the Tenancy Deposit Schemes (Scotland) Regulations 2011 (as amended) (the Regulations), short-term lets and what is and what is not an “only or principal home” before. In a recent appeal before the Upper Tribunal, these issues came together when a group of university students …
Read more >As a first-time tenant or landlord, you may find yourself with many questions, especially when it comes to the tenancy deposit. As Scotland’s housing market continues to evolve, some new trends are coming, and it’s important to understand the procedures, especially when it comes to a tenancy deposit. The Scottish housing market is seeing some …
Read more >Are you new to renting in Scotland, moving here for the first time, or stepping out on your own? Navigating Scotland’s private rented sector can feel daunting, especially with its unique rules and competitive market conditions. Episode 93 features Nicky Lloyd, Head of Lettings at ESPC, providing invaluable insights and practical advice for prospective tenants …
Read more >The Scottish Government has recently published some interesting statistics about tenancy deposits in Scotland in response to a Freedom of Information Request. The publication itself can be found here and provides data on all three of the approved tenancy deposit schemes, how many deposits they each hold and the value of same. The clear ‘winner’ …
Read more >The start of the academic year brings a fresh batch of bright-eyed, bushy-tailed new students into the private-rented sector (PRS) as they navigate the trials of living away from their parents for the first time, adopting new responsibilities and facing new challenges. Similarly, students who have just finished university and previously lived in student halls …
Read more >The First-tier Tribunal for Scotland (Housing and Property Chamber) exists to make decisions on cases that relate to housing. Prior to the First-tier Tribunal, cases related to housing would have been handled by two separate entities – the Private Rented Housing Panel (PRHP) and the Homeowner Housing Panel (HOHP). The current First-tier Tribunal system handles …
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