Renting has rarely felt harder. Rents keep climbing in most cities, and a decent flat can draw dozens of applicants before the first viewing. Little wonder, then, that a growing number of renters are stepping outside the conventional market and becoming property guardians instead. A property guardian lives in a building that would otherwise stand …
Read more >For any homeowner, your titles are a crucial legal document. They show who the property belongs to, and what your rights and responsibilities are in regard to your property. If you live in a tenement building, parts of which are shared with several different flat owners, understanding your titles is particularly important. You will rely …
Read more >The Scottish Government recently announced its Programme for Government, which the housing sector felt did not go far enough and lacked detail on the housing measures that the First Minister announced. The Programme outlined several measures that the Scottish Government hopes will tackle housing supply and delivery, support the private rental sector, and reduce homelessness. …
Read more >What makes a home genuinely healthy, and what does Scotland’s housing sector need to do to ensure people have access to homes that are safe, secure and suitable for their needs? These are among the questions explored in episode 114 of Let’s Talk, where Daryl McIntosh, CEO of SHARE, joins the podcast to discuss some …
Read more >The Scottish private rented sector has experienced significant change over recent years, with evolving legislation, changing investor priorities and continued debate around the future of buy-to-let. Against this backdrop, understanding what’s really happening within Scotland’s investment market has never been more important. In the episode 113, we welcome back Portolio’s founders, Chris Wood and Ross …
Read more >Scottish summers don’t often hit scorching temperatures, but when they do, as recent heatwaves have reached further northwards, traditional rental properties can feel stifling. When tenants raise the possibility of air conditioning (AC), landlords may understandably need to consider factors such as installation costs, potential disruption, impact on the property and ongoing maintenance requirements. Understanding …
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