Tenancy deposits remain one of the most important, and often most complex, aspects of renting in Scotland. Deposits ensure tenants’ money is protected while giving landlords reassurance against unpaid rent or damage. But as today’s rental market becomes more pressured, deposit scenarios are becoming more complicated too. In episode 103 of Lets Talk, host Gillian …
Read more >In episode 105, Lets Talk features Lyndsay Yuill, host of Edinburgh’s Property Investors Network (PIN) meetings and Sales Director at Rent Locally, to explore how community, confidence and knowledge can grow through property networking. Lyndsay’s background spans psychology, business and property, so we begin by discussing how her academic choices shaped the way she works …
Read more >As Scotland’s private rented sector evolves, landlords are facing new pressures, from increased regulation and rising costs, to the challenge of maintaining high standards for tenants. In response, Lar Housing Trust, already well known for creating high-quality mid-market rental homes, is expanding its work to support landlords directly. In episode 104 of the Citylets podcast, …
Read more >Landlords face an evolving tax landscape, and staying on top of changes can feel overwhelming. In episode 103 of Lets Talk, James Edwards, Co-Founder and Tax Director at Anderson and Edwards Ltd, shares his perspective on the challenges property investors encounter and how to prepare for them. Understanding Making Tax Digital (MTD) One major focus …
Read more >With pressures mounting on Scotland’s private rented sector, many landlords and investors are asking: what next for Edinburgh’s rental market? In episode 101, Charlie Innes of Glenham Property joins us again to explore some of the key trends shaping the capital in 2025. We discuss how demand varies across property types, the impact of international …
Read more >In this milestone 100th episode, we’re joined by Citylets founder and Managing Director, Thomas Ashdown, for an in-depth conversation about the pivotal role of data in Scotland’s private rented sector. Host, Gillian Semmler, asks Thomas whether Scottish Government policies are now being shaped by market data collected during the rent control era when normal conditions …
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