Refresh Your Home for Spring
By Scottish Property CentreAs we look to put the long winter months behind us and hope for slightly warmer weather and less rain, it is a good idea to refresh your home ready for the new season. As spring is the season of growth and...
Who pays for council tax when renting; landlords or tenants?
By Scottish Property CentreWhen it comes to renting a property from a landlord, there should be a section in your tenancy agreement that stipulates you are responsible for paying council tax, along with other utility bills and services for...
2021: the year of the smart home purchase
By Scottish Property CentreStruggling to find the right home? Don’t forget the golden rules of the property game…
If you snooze you lose
Trying to call the bottom market with any degree of certainty is a gamble...
For a 2021 sale, today’s the day to start planning!
By Scottish Property CentreAs we approach the end of the year and look ahead to a new season in our lives, we start to make resolutions and goals to make the next year our year. High on the list every year is to find and move into a dream...
Tips on how to avoid rogue landlords
By Scottish Property CentreOver the past years, cases of rogue landlords have crept their way in. This gives the letting industry a negative reputation. Although, you may find that from ten landlords, only a small number have unprofessional...
What to pay attention to on a tenancy agreement
By Scottish Property CentreA tenancy agreement can be described as the binding contract signed between you and your landlord. It clearly sets out all the legal terms and conditions in regards to your tenancy, and what type it is. For this...
Saving up your rental deposit
By Scottish Property CentreLooking for a rental property for the first time? We know how exciting it feels when you are a young professional looking for your first home. It’s all about roaming around your new local area, buying new stuff...
Tenants- what maintenance issues are your responsibility?
By Scottish Property CentreRenting a home might have always been seen as a lesser to buying one, but what you may not realise is that there are plenty of benefits to renting a home rather than owning one.One of the biggest benefits is that...
The pros and cons of house sharing
By Scottish Property CentreWe know that the idea of house sharing isn’t for everyone; however, living with other people in a house can actually be a great idea for some. So, if you are considering house sharing as an option then here are...
Top tips for renting with a pet
By Scottish Property CentreRenting a home is a great alternative to buying your own property. In fact, it seems to be something that is much more commonplace than it has ever been. Renting does have a wide range of benefits, but it does...