The Olympus Blog

In this two-minute read, we look at why it pays to get an experienced estate agent to handle viewings.

When it comes to selling a property, many people overlook the important role viewings play in the process....

In this three-minute read, we look at the benefits of building strong local connections.

The UK’s biggest annual get-together of neighbours – The Big Lunch – takes place this weekend and it’s a great...

This three-minute read will help you maximise the kerb appeal for your property in Scotland.

A HomeOwners Alliance survey showed that 68% of potential buyers felt a property’s kerb appeal influenced their...

In this three-minute read, we look at ways landlords can prevent losing money in disputes about cleaning.

It’s not just couples who bicker over who did or didn’t scrub the bathroom; landlords and tenants...

In this three-minute read, we celebrate the eccentric events that unite and delight.

Whether it’s bog swimmers in mankinis or Vikings brandishing burning fence posts, Britain can lay claim to some of the...

May 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...

Change of address checklist for property owners in Scotland.

As if selling your home, packing your belongings, and remembering to take the dog isn’t stressful enough, unfortunately, you can’t escape the...

This three-minute read guides landlords In Scotland to declaring their rental income in the best way possible.

If you rent out a property and receive a rental income from that, you must declare it. You have to...

In this three-minute read, we look at how homeowners in Scotland can protect themselves from unscrupulous builders.

We’ve all heard the renovation horror stories. The builder who does a runner halfway through...

Six tips to make everything run smoothly.

For an elderly relative, moving on to the next chapter of their lives can be an emotional experience. The need to move home might stem from financial needs,...