Safe as houses. That expression, first coined in Victorian times, doesn’t really ring true today as the housing sector is currently going through troubled times. We are going to be subjected, if that’s not too strong a word, to prolonged campaigning in 2024 as a General Election looms at some, as yet, undetermined date. That …
Read more >As the seasons change, landlords may find their rental homes losing the fight against winter or summer heat. This often puts the spotlight on windows, not just as elements of beauty but as crucial players in energy conservation, tenant satisfaction, and safeguarding the property’s value. In the ever-shifting landscape of the UK’s rental market, grasping …
Read more >In 2024, understanding the property price trends in Scotland is crucial for buyers, sellers, and investors navigating the real estate market. This blog explores the factors influencing property prices, regional variations, and future outlooks, providing insights into Scotland’s ever-evolving property landscape. Overview of property price trends in Scotland The Scottish property market in 2024 reflects …
Read more >The need for incorporating energy-efficient renovations is greater than ever, as the private rental industry in the UK grows. A national commitment to energy conservation and environmental sustainability is shown by the government’s goal of moving as many households as possible to EPC Band C by 2030. This transition provides a strong argument for the …
Read more >Episode 82 of Lets Talk catches up with John Cox, the Managing Director of Cox & Co, and Neill Bukes, the Business Development Manager. It’s been over a year since they featured on the podcast and they describe the significant growth and expansion that the company has experienced in the past year. They not only …
Read more >Historically, Scotland had its own form of property tenure known as ‘feuhold.’ Still, the abolition of this feudalism-dominated Scot law ended feuhold by introducing the ‘Outright or Absolute Ownership’ tenure – an equivalent of England’s ‘Freehold’ tenure. Although some isolated areas in Scotland still have leasehold properties, it is much more common in England. In …
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