Market update from our Glasgow and Argyll branches
By Scottish Property Centre on 29th Feb 2024We look at what is happening in the property market during February 2024 including a significant imbalance between supply and demand.
Our figures for February highlight the increasing demand v...
Property Spotlight
By Scottish Property Centre on 29th Feb 2024View some of our latest properties for sale across Glasgow and Argyll
Read this articleDodging the Deal-Breakers: Top Tips for Homeowners and Buyers
By Scottish Property Centre on 29th Feb 2024We look at main point for consideration when deal fall apart.
The journey of buying or selling a property is often filled with anticipation and excitement.However, it can also be fraught with...
Celebrating our Twentieth Birthday with a Community Promise
By Scottish Property Centre on 23rd Feb 2024It's not every day that we hit a milestone like 20 years in business, and at Scottish Property Centre, we're taking a moment to both look-back and plan ahead.
We started in 2004, with Paul and Julie Burns...Buyer Confidence is Returning to the Scottish Market – Here’s Why
By Scottish Property Centre on 8th Feb 2024We look at how interest rate pressure is easing – bringing more buyers to the market.
Good news: the latest data on buyer demand shows that the number of property hunters out in force is up by 14%*....
Market update from our Glasgow and Argyll branches
By Scottish Property CentreOur first market update for 2024 as we look at what is happening in the property market so far. This year also marks our 20th Anniversary and to mark the occasion we partner with The Prince and Princess of Wales...
Property Spotlight
By Scottish Property CentreTop Tips to Help You Save for a Mortgage Deposit
By Scottish Property CentreWe look at some top tips for saving for your first mortgage deposit.
One of the biggest challenges first-time buyers (FTBs) face is getting a deposit together.Saving a large sum of cash while covering all...Home-Buying Psychology: The Emotional Factors Shaping Scottish Property Choices
By Scottish Property CentreWe investigate the emotional triggers in the home-buying process.
We’re estate agents, not mind magicians like Derren Brown, but recently, we’ve been delving into the psychological aspects of home buying....Market update from our Glasgow and Argyll branches
By Scottish Property CentreWe take a look back at December and 2023 as well as some thoughts on what is in store for the property market in 2024.
As you can see from the above snapshot of our figures, 2023 finished a lot...
Market update from our Glasgow and Argyll branches
By Scottish Property CentreNovember 2023 market update and highlights
Before we look at the most up to date stats and outlook from this month’s UK House Price Index, here is a quick snapshot of Scottish Property Centre’s month in...Property Spotlight
By Scottish Property CentreView some of our latest properties for sale across Glasgow and Argyll
Read this articleBreaking News - Bank of England holds rates
By Scottish Property CentreThe Bank of England has announced the base rate will stay at 5.25% for at least another six weeks.
The Bank of England has held the base rate at 5.25% today with 6 members of the Monetary Policy Committee...Property Spotlight
By Scottish Property CentreView some of our latest properties for sale across Glasgow and Argyll
Read this articleFive Property-Hunting Tips for Homebuyers
By Scottish Property CentreWe look at some tips on how buyers can fine-tune and fast-track their property search.
Buying a home is a huge decision – possibly one of the biggest you’ll make in your lifetime (no pressure then).Property Spotlight
By Scottish Property CentreBase Rate Held and Updates for Landlords including the Cost of Living Act for Rental Properties
By Scottish Property CentreWelcome news for most home owners and buyers as the base rate finally holds after 14 consecutive increases. Not so good news for landlords as it was confirmed the Cost of Living Act has been extended for a further...
Six Must-Ask Questions for Couples Buying a Property Together
By Scottish Property CentreWe look at the important things couples should discuss before they start their property search.
Buying a property with a partner can be an exciting next step in a relationship.Swapping paying...
Buying a Property in 2023: What You Need to Know
By Scottish Property CentreWe look at some of the issues buyers need to consider before making a big move.
Buying a new home is a big step that comes with lots of considerations. Finding the right property in a good location at a price...Bank of Mum and Dad: What Buyers (and Their Parents) Need to Know
By Scottish Property CentreIn this sales article, we look at the issues around buyers relying on the Bank of Mum and Dad.
Every year, the Bank of Mum and Dad comes to the rescue by helping tens of thousands of first-time buyers get on...A Quick Guide to Buying Your First Property
By Scottish Property CentreWe take a brief look at the first-time buyer’s journey and what they can expect.
If you’re thinking about buying your first home, congratulations! You’re about to experience a huge life moment and...Purchasing an Executory Sale Property: What Buyers in Scotland Need to Know
By Scottish Property CentreWe look at what buyers need to know about executory sales and confirmation.
Picture this: After a long and exhausting property search, you finally find the home that's just right for you. But then the estate...Why Some Plants Are a Disaster for Sellers
By Scottish Property CentreIn this week’s sales article, we look at plant species that affect house sales and why buyers should be made aware of them.
Post pandemic, having outside space has taken on a whole new level of importance...Buying an Scottish Property? You Need a Mortgage Broker – and Here’s Why
By Scottish Property CentreWe look at how mortgage brokers can save buyers time, money and hassle.
Whether you’re a first-time buyer or looking to remortgage your property, getting a good mortgage deal is probably top on your list of...Property Spotlight
By Scottish Property CentreFinding Your Dream Home Just Got Easier - Our 𝗡𝗘𝗪 Website is Now Live!
By Scottish Property CentreWe are thrilled to announce the launch of our brand new website! We've been working hard behind the scenes to bring you a website that makes buying, renting or selling a property a breeze.
Whether you're a...Buying a Property in 2023? Here’s What You Need to Know
By Scottish Property CentreIn this quick read, we look at three reasons why buying a property this year is still a good idea and why it’s important to stay positive.
If 2023 was the year you were going to buy a new home, it’s fair...Additional Dwelling Supplement increased in Scotland
By Scottish Property CentreLand and Buildings Transaction Tax (LBTT) increases from 4% to 6% on additional properties
From today, 16 December, the Scottish Government has raised the Land and Buildings Transaction Tax (LBTT) from 4% to...Are Mortgage Overpayments Good or Bad?
By Scottish Property CentreIn this four-minute read, we explain the ins and outs of overpayments.
Mortgages are dull. Let’s be honest. They’re huge commitments, they’re complicated to arrange and in the current climate, it’s...How to Maximise your Budget and Buy Your Dream Home
By Scottish Property CentreIn this quick read, we look at ways to maximise your budget and get the home you’ve always wanted.
Buying a home comes with a lot of dreams, needs and wants, but there’s another consideration, too –...Six Tips on Finding a Good Lawyer for Scottish Buyers and Sellers
By Scottish Property CentreTo prevent your property deal from progressing at a snail’s pace – or falling through altogether – you’ll need a good lawyer. Here’s how to find one.
Once you’ve agreed a deal to sell or buy a...These Mistakes Could Lose You Your Dream Property
By Scottish Property CentreIn this quick read, we look at ways that buyers can avoid losing the race towards purchasing their dream property.
If you’re looking for a new home, time is of the essence. The market is competitive, it...Freeholds and Leaseholds Made Simple
By Scottish Property CentreThis quick read explains what Freehold and Leasehold means and why they are important.
If you’re new to the property market, learning the lingo is essential. There are lots of legal and financial terms you...Property Shows We Love to Watch
By Scottish Property CentreIn this quick read, we look at some firm favourites and why they’re so good.
Hands up if you’ve ever lost a couple of hours sitting on the sofa watching a property show? Whether it’s a 30-minute fix or...Making Mortgages Easier to Understand
By Scottish Property CentreIn this quick read, we demystify mortgages and explain some of the jargon you might come across.
If you’re new to mortgages, you’ll be forgiven for feeling a little bit overwhelmed. There’s a lot to...Four Things to Consider When Buying a ‘Doer-Upper’ in Scotland
By Scottish Property CentreWhen searching for a new home, do you scroll past properties that look a little worse for wear? You know the ones, where the carpet hasn’t been changed since the 70s and the floral wallpaper is curling off the...
Quick Tips for First-Time Buyers
By Scottish Property CentreWe look at the steps that First Time Buyers should consider when trying to buy
Taking that first step on the property ladder is simultaneously exciting and terrifying. No matter how old you are, buying your...What’s a Green Mortgage and How Do You Get One
By Scottish Property CentreIn this article we look at the benefits of a Green Mortgage and how to get one.
If you’re taking out a new mortgage or about to refinance your property, have you considered a green mortgage? No? Never heard...Coming Soon - "Treeburn", Lower Whitecraigs
By Scottish Property CentreHave a sneak peek of this extended bungalow coming soon for sale on Woodvale Avenue, Lower Whitecraigs.
Enjoy the HD video tour of "Treeburn" - a succesfully extended bungalow on Woodvale Avenue, Whitecraigs....The Bank of Mum and Dad Comes to the Rescue
By Scottish Property CentreThis two-minute read looks at parents’ integral role in helping young people get on the property ladder.
There’s one financial institution that never seems to go out of fashion, and that’s the dear old...Price Change - 56 Boydstone Path, Glasgow, G43
By Scottish Property CentreOffers Over £185,000 - 3 Bedroom Mid-Terrace Modern Family Home
56 Boydstone Path, Glasgow, G43Offers Over £185,000 - Home Report £210,000
A wonderful and beautifully maintained...
Stunning tenement in Dundrennan Road, Battlefield
By Scottish Property CentreNew to the market - 1 bed flat with dining kitchen
We all love a Glasgow tenement close! And this has to be one of the finest examples in Battlefield. Check out the tiled floor entrance and original tiling to...Conveyancing Scam Warning for Buyers and Sellers in Scotland
By Scottish Property CentreDevious fraudsters are hacking the emails of buyers and sellers, sometimes with devastating consequences. A two-minute read.
Hackers and cyber fraudsters went to town in the UK last year, swindling £1.3...New to Market - Stylish Battlefield Flat
By Scottish Property CentreTwo bedroom flat now available on Lochleven Road.
120 Lochleven Road, Battlefield, G42Offers Over £139,000 (Home Report £150,000)
Stylish and immaculately presented two bedroom...
Things to Consider Before Buying a New-Build in Scotland
By Scottish Property CentreIn this two-minute read, we explore the pitfalls of buying a new-build property.
So, you’re thinking about buying a new-build. You’ve fallen in love with the area and the idea of a brand-new home, but is...Advantages of Buying a New-Build Home
By Scottish Property CentreIn this two-minute read, we look at the advantages of buying a new-build home.
When you visit a show home, it’s easy to imagine yourself sitting at the beautifully laid table, sinking back into the comfy...The Art of Compromise – What Buyers and Sellers Need to Know
By Scottish Property CentreThis two-minute read looks at the, sometimes inevitable, part compromise plays in many property transactions.
When it comes to buying a home, there’s a word that buyers don’t like to hear, but it really...How our Heads Up Property Alerts help you…
By Scottish Property CentreFind out about our latest properties coming soon before Rightmove and Zoopla!
Ever missed out on the perfect property just because you heard about it too late, or the Estate Agent never told you about it as...Market update from our Glasgow, Lanarkshire and Argyll branches
By Scottish Property CentreOctober 2021 market update and highlights
Before we look at the most up to date stats and outlook from this month’s UK House Price Index, here is what our agents are seeing locally from our branches in...Market update from our Glasgow, Lanarkshire and Argyll branches
By Scottish Property CentreJuly 2021 market update and highlights
We look back on another busy month for our branches and highlight some of the sales for July, as well as look at the stats for the property market in general and what...Market update from our Glasgow, Lanarkshire and Argyll branches
By Scottish Property CentreJune 2021 market update and highlights
Scotland have gone crashing out the Euro’s, lasting about as long as it can take to sell your home at the moment! Historically, major sporting events such as the...All the latest property news from our branches in Glasgow, Lanarkshire & Argyll
By Scottish Property CentreMay 2021 market update and highlights
As most of the country enjoys the benefits of moving to Level 2, the guidance for our industry remains relatively unchanged. Rightly so, it’s safety first and our...Market update from our Glasgow and Argyll branches
By Scottish Property CentreAll the latest property news from our branches based in Shawlands, Cardonald and Dunoon.
As the country enjoys the further easing of lockdown restrictions, its great to see our local communities busy again...Southside update from the Shawlands branch
By Scottish Property CentreAs we reach the end of the first quarter of 2021 and pass the anniversary of ‘Lockdown 1’, all signs are pointing to a busy few months ahead for the property market in the southside of Glasgow.
The clocks...Shared Ownership vs. Help to Buy
By Scottish Property CentreThese are two schemes that are aimed at helping people get onto the property ladder. They are available to those that would not otherwise be able to purchase a house on the open market. However, many people get...
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...