Lets Talk with Citylets is your podcast channel dedicated to all things around the world of lettings - investment, legislation, rights & responsibilities, your stories and more. New episodes featuring industry experts, tenants, landlords and voices from over the world of lettings are available fortnightly.
Lets Talk is brought to you by Citylets in association with ARLA Propertymark Scotland.
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In episode 108, Gillian is joined by Eduardo Prato, Director of Martin & Co Aberdeen, to explore his journey from aviation to property. They discuss the Aberdeen rental market, investor sentiment, and reflect on the life experiences that shape both personal and professional outlooks.
In episode 107, Gillian speaks with Caroline Elgar, Policy Manager at the Scottish Association of Landlords (SAL). The discussion explores SAL’s role supporting landlords, the organisation’s policy work, and some of the key regulatory and financial challenges currently facing Scotland’s Private Rented Sector.
In episode 106, Scottish Conservative MSP, Meghan Gallacher discusses the current state of Scotland’s Private Rented Sector from an opposition perspective. The podcast covers cumulative reform, compliance pressures, Rent Control Areas and the long-term signals housing policy is sending to investors and landlords.
Rory Cowan partner with BKF & Co, returns to the podcast to discuss the Housing (Scotland) Act 2025. We discuss Rent Control Areas, CPI-linked rent increases, new tribunal powers, eviction rules, tenant rights and the areas of uncertainty still dependent on future regulations.
In episode 104, Gillian is joined by Peter McDermid, Owner and Director of Logic Property Finance, to discuss how lending for Scottish landlords is evolving. The conversation explores specialist lending, the impact of higher ADS, portfolio purchases, refurbishment strategies, and what landlords should consider when financing future investments.
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