Category: Landlords
First Refusal Rights for Private Tenants – A Step Forward or a Misstep?
Written by Home Sales & Lettings: 17 April, 2026First Refusal Rights for Private Tenants – A Step Forward or a Misstep? The Scottish Government’s proposal to introduce a right of first refusal for private tenants has understandably drawn attention. On the surface, it is positioned as a measure to provide tenants with greater security and an opportunity to…
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Reviewing Rents in 2026: A Balanced Approach for Today’s Market
Written by Home Sales & Lettings: 31 March, 2026Reviewing Rents in 2026: A Balanced Approach for Today’s Market As we move into the spring and early summer period, this is traditionally the time of year when we carry out a full review of rental values across our portfolio. It is an important part of managing your investment properly.…
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Selling – A Natural Next Step for our Landlords
Written by Home Sales & Lettings: 27 March, 2026Selling Your Property – A Natural Next Step for our Landlords For many of our clients, the journey with a property does not stand still. What begins as an investment can, over time, become something quite different. Plans change, portfolios evolve and sometimes the right decision is to sell. When…
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EPC Reform Delayed
Written by Home Sales & Lettings: 23 March, 2026What It Means for Landlords in Scotland Recent updates from the UK Government have introduced a shift in the timeline for Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) reform, and it is one that landlords across Scotland should take note of. The planned introduction of new style EPCs, previously expected on 31 October…
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Lettings in Scotland Are Evolving
Written by Home Sales & Lettings: 20 March, 2026A Clear Timeline for Landlords Under the Housing (Scotland) Act 2025 The lettings landscape in Scotland continues to evolve, and the Housing (Scotland) Act 2025 is the next stage in that journey. With key dates now confirmed, there is greater clarity on what will change and when.…
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Making Tax Digital for Income Tax
Written by Home Sales & Lettings: 18 March, 2026What Landlords Need to Know Ahead of April 2026 With less than one months to go, Making Tax Digital for Income Tax is moving from discussion into reality. From April 2026, many landlords will need to change how they record and report their income. Whilst this may feel like a…
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Top Tips for Selling Your Property
Written by Home Sales & Lettings: 07 January, 2026Selling your home is one of the biggest financial decisions you will make and often an emotional one too. The right preparation and advice can make all the difference in achieving a smooth sale at the best possible price. Here are our top tips for homeowners looking to sell. Presentation…
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Mould - The Basics
Written by lettings: 19 November, 2025Condensation The key to managing condensation and mould in your home is about getting the right balance between moisture in the air and heating and ventilating your home so that you can keep condensation to a minimum. Changes in temperature, lots of moisture and no ventilation will cause more condensation…
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Understanding Landlord and Tenant Responsibilities for Broken Appliances
Written by Home Sales & Lettings: 17 September, 2025Rental appliances – like ovens, refrigerators, dishwashers, or washing machines – come with shared responsibilities between landlords and tenants. A well-drafted rental agreement often helps clarify expectations. Below is an overview of responsibilities for both parties and what happens when issues arise. Landlord Responsibilities Landlords have a legal obligation to…
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Making Tax Digital: What Landlords Need to Know
Written by Home Sales & Lettings: 16 March, 2025With the upcoming Making Tax Digital (MTD) reforms on the horizon, landlords in the UK will soon need to digitise their tax records and submit updates to HM Revenue & Customs quarterly, rather than filing just once a year. From April 2026, landlords with annual rental income exceeding £50,000 will…
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