{"id":123837,"date":"2026-09-09T13:45:32","date_gmt":"2026-09-09T13:45:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.citylets.co.uk\/blog\/?p=123837"},"modified":"2026-09-09T13:45:32","modified_gmt":"2026-09-09T13:45:32","slug":"lets-talk-with-chris-woods-and-ross-macdonald-of-portolio","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.citylets.co.uk\/blog\/lets-talk-with-chris-woods-and-ross-macdonald-of-portolio\/","title":{"rendered":"Lets Talk with Chris Woods and Ross MacDonald of Portolio"},"content":{"rendered":"

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.<\/p>\n

In the episode 113, we welcome back Portolio\u2019s founders, Chris Wood and Ross MacDonald, to discuss the trends they’re seeing across the Scottish property investment landscape.<\/p>\n

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During the episode, we explore how the health of the private rented sector has changed since Portolio first launched and whether the reality of today’s market matches the headlines surrounding landlords leaving the sector. We also discuss the continued growth of the tenanted sales market, why investors are increasingly considering properties with sitting tenants, and how demand for property portfolios has evolved.<\/p>\n

The future of property investment in Scotland<\/h2>\n

The conversation also examines what makes a property portfolio attractive to buyers, how increased regulation has influenced investment decisions, and the factors landlords should consider when deciding whether to hold, expand or review their portfolio.<\/p>\n

Chris and Ross also share their thoughts on possible policy changes that could strengthen Scotland’s private rented sector and encourage long-term investment, before looking ahead to where they believe the investment market could be heading over the next five years.<\/p>\n

We’ll also hear about MacWood and the support it provides to landlords whose personal circumstances are changing, while maintaining a focus on ensuring a smooth process for landlords, tenants and letting agents alike.<\/p>\n

Whether you’re a landlord, letting agent, property investor or simply interested in Scotland’s evolving PRS, this episode offers an insightful discussion on the opportunities, challenges and considerations shaping today’s investment market.<\/p>\n

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