Housing professionals have little time left to provide on-the-ground knowledge and voice their opinions on the Scottish Government’s plans to introduce a system of long-term rent controls for the private rented sector. Alongside rent control, the Scottish Government proposes, as part of its New Deal for Tenants, to strengthen tenant protections during the eviction process, …
Read more >Recent findings from a surveyor firm underlined a concerning issue in the UK’s property insurance landscape. It highlighted that a significant number of property insurance policyholders (approximately 82% for residential properties) may be at risk of ‘underinsurance’[1]. An additional report conducted by the surveyor firm Barrett Corp and Harrington echoes these concerns. Their statistics reveal …
Read more >The Build to Rent (BTR) sector is growing in Scotland, providing professional managed private rented accommodation funded by institutional funds. There are now close to 17,000 homes operating or in the pipeline across the country. Glasgow provides around half of these homes. Legal & General’s Solasta Riverside scheme at Buchanan Wharf is now fully operational. …
Read more >Nestled amidst its rugged landscapes, majestic mountains, and bustling cities, Scotland boasts an extensive and mesmerising coastline. With over 10,000 miles of coast (including the islands) stretching from the North Sea to the Atlantic Ocean, the country offers a plethora of coastal properties that aren’t just homes, but serene retreats. The allure of coastal properties …
Read more >The new guidance prepared by the Scottish Government in relation to the Repairing Standard under the Housing (Scotland) Act 2006 takes effect from 1 March 2024. One area that has caused some concern amongst landlords is the issue of lead in drinking water and what their responsibilities are. The main cause of lead in drinking …
Read more >Scottish Housing Day took place on 13th September this year with the aim of raising awareness of housing as a career. It is a timely event for a sector that, despite serving nearly a million homes in Scotland, flies relatively quietly under the radar as a career choice. As the labour market continues to prove …
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