Renting a Home: What to Do with Your Newfound Terrace

If you’ve never lived in a home with one, a terrace or garden can be life-changing. Access to an outdoor space that’s all yours can keep you from feeling cooped up and get you back in touch with nature. If you’re pondering what to do with the terrace of your new rental, you’ll be happy …

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How Solar Panel Installation Can Boost Your Rental Property’s Value

More individuals are considering installing solar panels on rental properties to reduce energy bills and carbon footprints, as living in a more ecologically friendly manner is becoming increasingly popular. A commonly asked topic is, “Do solar panels increase rental property value?” The response is very definitely yes. They benefit the economy and the planet and …

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The Hidden Gems: Exploring Scotland’s Underrated Property Markets

Scotland, with its rich history, stunning landscapes, and vibrant cities, has long been a magnet for property investors. While Edinburgh and Glasgow typically dominate the spotlight, there’s a growing interest in Scotland’s underrated property markets. These ‘hidden gems’ offer unique opportunities for investors looking to diversify their portfolios and tap into burgeoning markets with potential …

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Big Property Decisions: How to Ensure You’ve Made the Right Investment

Rather than thinking small, at certain times landlords and homeowners make big decisions about whether to invest in their properties. The major conundrum might be about choosing what that ‘big investment’ or in-demand feature should be such as building an extension, converting a loft or garage, installing a pool or landscaping a garden. [Image source: …

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How to Renovate a Kitchen to Maximise Your Property Investment

[Image source: Deposit photos] The kitchen is the heart of the home, so when looking to invest in a property, renovating this primary space should be a top priority. The right kitchen upgrades can lead to huge returns by boosting a home’s value and rental potential. With the kitchen being one of the top features …

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Lets Talk with Will Scarlett

Episode 69 of Citylets’ podcast, Lets Talk, features Will Scarlett, Founder and Director of Edinburgh based Scarlett Land and Development. Will describes Build to Rent (BTR) and how it differs from other tenures, and informs on completed developments to date in Scotland. Lets Talk host, Gillian Semmler, asks Will about the challenges that the BTR …

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