In July, a tenement building on the southside of Glasgow, on the corner of Kenmure Street and Albert Drive, collapsed. The building had been badly damaged by fire in 2020, so was already lying derelict and fenced off from the street before the incident. Thankfully, nobody was injured, but people living in the neighbouring flats …
Read more >As the new academic year kicks off in September, many students will be searching for accommodation for the new term and may be considering renting a flat alone or with friends or fellow students. Student tenants may be renting for the first time, or the first time in a location and there are a few …
Read more >Scotland’s rental market is evolving, and one company at the forefront is Platform_. Known for both their Build to Rent (BTR) and Mid-Market Rent properties, Platform_ has developed a unique integrated model that combines asset management, property management, and landlord services, offering a streamlined experience for both tenants and investors. In this episode, Gillian chats …
Read more >A property inventory is a document that contains the condition a rental property is in at the start of the tenancy. Inventories need to be incredibly detailed and must contain photographic evidence for them to be successfully used for a deposit claim at the end of the tenancy. Attention to detail is critical and it …
Read more >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 …
Read more >Regular inspections are a vital element of property management. Inspections ensure landlords have detailed records of the condition of the property at regular intervals, can assist in identifying repairs, preventing disputes and providing landlords comfort in knowing their investment is being cared for properly. Access for inspection Private landlords have a right to access the …
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