Category: Tenants
Why Context Matters in Lettings Advice
Written by Home Sales & Lettings: 11 May, 2026Why Context Matters in Lettings Advice There has been a noticeable shift in how tenants and landlords seek advice. Where people once turned to Google, many are now using tools like ChatGPT to answer questions quickly. It is easy to see the appeal. The responses are instant, clear and often…
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When Evidence Isn’t Enough: Are Deposit Decisions Losing Their Way?
Written by Home Sales & Lettings: 13 April, 2026When Evidence Isn’t Enough: Are Deposit Decisions Losing Their Way? There is a growing concern across the lettings sector, and it is one we have experienced first-hand. Tenancy deposit schemes are there to provide a fair and independent resolution when agreement cannot be reached. In principle, that is something we…
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First Refusal Rights for Private Tenants – A Step Forward or a Misstep?
Written by Home Sales & Lettings: 06 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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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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Stay Warm This Winter: A Tenant’s Guide to Boiler Breakdowns and Emergency Heating Solutions
Written by Home Sales & Lettings: 26 November, 2024Winter brings its own challenges, and a boiler breakdown can quickly turn your home from cosy to chilly. Knowing what to do and how to report the issue can make all the difference in getting it resolved swiftly. At Home Sales and Lettings, we’re committed to providing professional, caring, and…
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Rent increase statistics 2024
Written by Home Sales & Lettings: 18 August, 2024Rent Service Scotland (RSS) is the body which oversees rent setting in Scotland. It has historically been responsible for setting rents on old regulated tenancies (these are tenancies which commenced before January 1989, a few of which are still in existence). More recently it has taken on the task of…
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Change to EPC proposals announced
Written by lianne: 04 November, 2021The Scottish Government has announced updated proposals for introducing a minimum EPC standard in the private rented sector (PRS). Previous proposals to require a standard of D from 2022 will now not be taken forward in recognition of the significant impact on the sector caused by the Covid-19 pandemic. Instead,…
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January 2021 lockdown guidance for moving house
Written by lianne: 05 January, 2021Looking to move house, under the latest restrictions the government has said: You can leave home "for activities in connection with moving home (including viewing a property), or for activities in connection with the maintenance, purchase, sale, letting, or rental of residential property that the person owns or is otherwise…
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Written by lianne: 31 December, 2020The Scottish Government has advised SAL that it plans to have minimum EPC regulations (which were postponed due to covid) re-laid before parliament in the spring to come into force on 1 April 2021. The regulations will be amended to remove the “E” standard and require private rented sector…
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