How to make your home look like a show home…
By Scottish Property CentreIs your home in need of a bit of decorative attention? It takes a bit of careful thought and planning to execute a really beautiful home from room to room. A few basic rules can set you on the right path,...
Should I Move or Improve?
By Scottish Property CentreWhen it comes to deciding whether you should improve your existing home or take the next step in moving, this decision can sometimes be a difficult one to make. It is something that a lot of homeowners are...
Why Renting is Better than Buying for Some People
By Scottish Property CentreWhen it comes to finding somewhere to live there is always a decision to be made about renting versus buying. Obviously, most people want to own their own home at some point, however, for some people renting is...
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...
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...