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Mothering Sunday: How to Cope If It’s a Difficult

Mothering Sunday: How to Cope If It’s a Difficult Day for You

Scottish Property Centre By Scottish Property Centre on 18th Mar 2023

If you find Mother’s Day difficult, here are some tips to help you get through it.

If you’re looking forward to doing something special for Mother’s Day on Sunday, we wish you all the best – but this...

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How Will You Celebrate International Women’s Day T

How Will You Celebrate International Women’s Day This Year?

Scottish Property Centre By Scottish Property Centre on 9th Mar 2023

In this short read, we look at three women who are truly inspirational.

International Women’s Day is an event marked around the world – in the news, all over social media and in most schools. And so it...

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The Ultimate 2023 Guide to a Fashionable Kitchen

The Ultimate 2023 Guide to a Fashionable Kitchen

Scottish Property Centre By Scottish Property Centre on 4th Mar 2023

In this quick read, we explore the latest trends and look at some cheaper ways to update your kitchen.

The kitchen is the heart of the home, so does it really matter what it looks like? Well, according to...

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How People in Scotland Can Support Baby Banks

How People in Scotland Can Support Baby Banks

Scottish Property Centre By Scottish Property Centre on 18th Feb 2023

You’ve no doubt heard of food banks, but do you know what a baby bank is? Read on to learn how baby banks work and if you could start your own. For many expectant parents, the prospect of welcoming a new life...

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Hate Valentine’s Day? You Definitely Should

Hate Valentine’s Day? You Definitely Should

Scottish Property Centre By Scottish Property Centre on 11th Feb 2023

Welcome to the anti-Valentine’s guide. Where heart-shaped balloons, kiss-covered cards and calorie-laden chocolate boxes are banned.

If you’re a hopeless romantic, look away now. In this three-minute...

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Four Ways to Make Maths Fun for Your Kids

Four Ways to Make Maths Fun for Your Kids

Scottish Property Centre By Scottish Property Centre on 4th Feb 2023

Helping your child understand basic maths concepts doesn’t have to be a chore or a bore. Follow these four tips to discover how it can be child’s play.  Maths is like Marmite: some people love it, while...

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How to Earn Extra Income from Your Home

How to Earn Extra Income from Your Home

Scottish Property Centre By Scottish Property Centre on 28th Jan 2023

In this quick read, we look at other ways you could earn cash from your crib.

In a cost of living crisis, it’s not a bad idea to think of ways to make (or save) extra cash. Some people take on part-time...

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How to Be More Productive in 2023

How to Be More Productive in 2023

Scottish Property Centre By Scottish Property Centre on 19th Jan 2023

If you’re feeling sluggish after a few weeks back at work post-Christmas, here are some tips to boost your productivity and give you more of that most precious commodity – time.

Did you finish up in 2022...

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How to Beat Blue Monday in Scotland

How to Beat Blue Monday in Scotland

Scottish Property Centre By Scottish Property Centre on 14th Jan 2023

The third Monday of January has been dubbed the saddest day of the year. Welcome to Blue Monday. In this quick read, we look at ways to boost your mood and bat away those January blues (and yes, some do involve...

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It’s National Walk Your Dog Month

It’s National Walk Your Dog Month

Scottish Property Centre By Scottish Property Centre on 7th Jan 2023

In this quick read, we look at the importance of dog walks and how to make them more fun.

Whether you’ve got a pooch who wears fancy jumpers, a big blonde Labrador or a tiny handbag-sized companion, this...

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The Six Best Christmas Films of All Time

The Six Best Christmas Films of All Time

Scottish Property Centre By Scottish Property Centre

Here are six of the best festive flicks to feast your eyes on over the holiday period.

There’s something reassuring and cosy about snuggling up with a box of choccies and watching a Christmas film with...

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Low-Cost Ways to Decorate Your Home This Christmas

Low-Cost Ways to Decorate Your Home This Christmas

Scottish Property Centre By Scottish Property Centre

If you’re watching your pennies this Christmas, here are some festive decorating ideas that are simple, effective and plastic-free.

With six in ten squeezed Brits saying they have less cash to spend due to...

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Crimbo Craft Ideas for You and the Kids

Crimbo Craft Ideas for You and the Kids

Scottish Property Centre By Scottish Property Centre

In this quick read, we’ve pulled some cracking craft ideas out of our Santa hats to get you and your loved ones in the mood for a cosy and cost-effective Christmas.

There are just a few weeks until...

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A Guide to Coping with the Cost of Living

A Guide to Coping with the Cost of Living

Scottish Property Centre By Scottish Property Centre

How to make your money go further - we've created a free guide that shares some tips and advice we've researched.

We’ve been serving the communities of Scotland since 2004.
We care about the...

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Four Things to Do in Scotland If You’re Boycotting

Four Things to Do in Scotland If You’re Boycotting the World Cup

Scottish Property Centre By Scottish Property Centre

Can’t stand football? Wouldn’t dream of tuning into this year’s World Cup in Qatar? Here’s a list of four things you can do instead. If you’d rather watch paint dry than the World Cup, especially with...

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Why Being Kind on Social Media is More Important T

Why Being Kind on Social Media is More Important Than Ever

Scottish Property Centre By Scottish Property Centre

How to Spread Love Not Hate on Social Media - In this quick read, we look at a few ways you can play your part.

Over the years, social media has become a major part of our daily lives. We post status updates,...

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Tips for Keeping Pets Happy on Bonfire Night

Tips for Keeping Pets Happy on Bonfire Night

Scottish Property Centre By Scottish Property Centre

Here’s our quick guide on keeping your pooches and other pets safe and sound during the festivities.

Remember, remember the 5th of November… when the sky lights up, the bangs and booms of fireworks...

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Six Things Scottish Households Can Do around the H

Six Things Scottish Households Can Do around the Home to Save Energy

Scottish Property Centre By Scottish Property Centre

With winter around the corner, there’s still time to make changes at home to minimise your energy usage and save on your bills.

There’s no getting around it: we’ll all be paying more for our energy this...

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The Truth about Eating Chocolate (and It’s Not All

The Truth about Eating Chocolate (and It’s Not All Bad)

Scottish Property Centre By Scottish Property Centre

Once you’ve read these five facts, you won’t feel quite so guilty about indulging in chocolate again. A two-minute read.

Humans have enjoyed the delights of chocolate for thousands of years, starting with...

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Chemical-Free Cleaning Is Easier Than You Might Th

Chemical-Free Cleaning Is Easier Than You Might Think

Scottish Property Centre By Scottish Property Centre

How to Clean Your Home (and Save Money) the Natural Way

Sometimes (or very occasionally), there’s nothing better than doing a big clean. But have you ever thought about what you’re cleaning with? Every...

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Storage Hacks for Your Home

Storage Hacks for Your Home

Scottish Property Centre By Scottish Property Centre

In this quick read, we’ve pulled together some storage hacks to help tidy that clutter and maximise your space. It’s not rocket science, but it might give you a few ideas.

Whether you live in a tiny...

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World Smile Day: Why Grinning is Winning

World Smile Day: Why Grinning is Winning

Scottish Property Centre By Scottish Property Centre

They say the best things in life are free, so here’s a quick and easy way to brighten someone’s day that won’t cost you a penny – but will make you feel good.

They say the best things in life are...

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Beginner’s Guide to Growing Your Own Veg

Beginner’s Guide to Growing Your Own Veg

Scottish Property Centre By Scottish Property Centre

Growing your own veg might sound like a lot of work, but it’s actually a great way to save money and enjoy a healthier diet. And as this month is Organic September, there’s no better time to dig out that...

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Youth Mental Health Day and Why It Matters

Youth Mental Health Day and Why It Matters

Scottish Property Centre By Scottish Property Centre

In this quick read, we look at ways you can support your children, family members or friends with their mental wellbeing.

Mental health used to be taboo, but thankfully, nowadays it’s more open for...

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Online Games to Play Now Wordle Isn’t Cool

Online Games to Play Now Wordle Isn’t Cool

Scottish Property Centre By Scottish Property Centre

In this quick read, we say bye-bye to Wordle and look at some of the alternatives you should be playing.

Games on your phone are a great way to look busy and important. They’re also a great way to show off...

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Seven Tips to Get Young People Reading

Seven Tips to Get Young People Reading

Scottish Property Centre By Scottish Property Centre

We share ways to promote good literacy skills among children and teenagers.

In the lead-up to International Literacy Day on 8 September, this article shares ways to promote good literacy skills among children...

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This Love is Fur Real: Celebrating International D

This Love is Fur Real: Celebrating International Dog Day

Scottish Property Centre By Scottish Property Centre

It’s International Dog Day next Friday – a chance to celebrate our cute, cuddly, devoted and dribbly four-legged friends.

From loyal Labradoodles and plucky Pointers to cheeky Chihuahuas and dinky...

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The Safe Way to Let Children Play in Your Street

The Safe Way to Let Children Play in Your Street

Scottish Property Centre By Scottish Property Centre

We all know that kids these days spend more time indoors (often on screens) and less time running around outside. If you’re a parent or carer frustrated by this trend, read on to learn how some parents are...

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Shhh… Unique Staycation Spots No One Knows About

Shhh… Unique Staycation Spots No One Knows About

Scottish Property Centre By Scottish Property Centre

In this quick guide, we’ve pulled together a whistle-stop tour of some of the UK’s most unique holiday locations.

And just like that, it’s the summer holidays again. Six painful weeks of keeping the...

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How to Support Your local Food Bank

How to Support Your local Food Bank

Scottish Property Centre By Scottish Property Centre

In this quick read, we offer a few ways to help.

The cost of living crisis is affecting more people than ever, and sadly, it’s set to get worse, as more and more households are turning to food banks to...

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Plastic Free July: Do Your Bit to Help the Planet

Plastic Free July: Do Your Bit to Help the Planet

Scottish Property Centre By Scottish Property Centre

It’s time to turn the tide on single-use plastics going to landfill or winding up in our oceans and waterways. A three-minute read.

The world is drowning in plastic, and here are some statistics to prove...

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Don’t Try This at Home: Three of the Dumbest TikTo

Don’t Try This at Home: Three of the Dumbest TikTok DIY Hacks

Scottish Property Centre By Scottish Property Centre

The DIY hacks you see on TikTok may be entertaining to watch, but they can also be dumb and even downright dangerous. A three-minute read.

TikTok is awash with amateur handymen and women dishing out tips, but...

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Top Tips to Keep Children Safe at Home

Top Tips to Keep Children Safe at Home

Scottish Property Centre By Scottish Property Centre

Make child safety a priority in your home by following these useful tips. A two-minute read.

Children are bundles of energy, who love to run, jump, touch and taste. Unfortunately, sometimes this curiosity can...

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Let’s Make Walk to School Week a Success in Scotla

Let’s Make Walk to School Week a Success in Scotland

Scottish Property Centre By Scottish Property Centre

Find out why it’s time to ditch your car and walk to school with your children instead. A two-minute read.

Want to reduce carbon emissions, traffic congestion, and the risk of childhood obesity? Then step...

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Six Ways to Celebrate National Gardening Week

Six Ways to Celebrate National Gardening Week

Scottish Property Centre By Scottish Property Centre

Do something positive for you, your community, and the planet’s health by celebrating National Gardening Week. A two-minute read.

There’s nothing quite like a bit of digging, watering, or pruning to calm...

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Let’s Support World Earth Day – Everyday

Let’s Support World Earth Day – Everyday

Scottish Property Centre By Scottish Property Centre

Today is World Earth Day. So, in this two-minute read, we look at what we can all do to play a part in the fight against climate change.

It’s never been more evident in human history that we need to change...

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Five Ideas for People with Focus Fatigue

Five Ideas for People with Focus Fatigue

Scottish Property Centre By Scottish Property Centre

What impact do constant scrolling and swiping have on your ability to focus, reflect, and connect? A two-minute read.

If you can’t read two pages of a book without getting twitchy or struggle to go for an...

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Why Do We Give Chocolate Eggs at Easter?

Why Do We Give Chocolate Eggs at Easter?

Scottish Property Centre By Scottish Property Centre

Hold on to your waistbands, Easter is here. That festival where no matter your age, clothes size, or BMI, you’re allowed to eat as much chocolate as you want.  So, while the kids run around on a sugar high and...

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World Sleep Day: How to Get a Good Night’s Slumber

World Sleep Day: How to Get a Good Night’s Slumber

Scottish Property Centre By Scottish Property Centre

Today is World Sleep Day so let’s look at why a good night’s kip is so important. (A three-minute read.)

The pandemic has impacted almost every area of our lives, including our ability to enjoy a deep and...

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Dog Theft Awareness Day: How to Keep Your Pooch Sa

Dog Theft Awareness Day: How to Keep Your Pooch Safe

Scottish Property Centre By Scottish Property Centre

Read our top tips to keep your dogs safe in Scotland.

As a nation of pet lovers, it’s no surprise that dog ownership increased significantly during the pandemic. Unfortunately, so did the number of dog...

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International Women’s Day: Four Pioneers Who Blaze

International Women’s Day: Four Pioneers Who Blazed Their Own Trail

Scottish Property Centre By Scottish Property Centre

To mark International Women’s Day next Tuesday, we look at four British women who made history in their respective fields. A three-minute, fantastic females-themed read.

They may not be household names, but...

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Top Security Tech to Keep Your Home Safe

Top Security Tech to Keep Your Home Safe

Scottish Property Centre By Scottish Property Centre

This two-minute read looks at the best way to protect your home and outsmart burglars.

With a raft of high-tech home security gadgets on the market, it’s easier than ever to keep your family, pets, and...

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Random Acts of Kindness Day is Coming Soon

Random Acts of Kindness Day is Coming Soon

Scottish Property Centre By Scottish Property Centre

In this quick read, we’ve come up with free and simple ways to be kind.

Sometimes, all it takes is a smile or wave to make someone smile. It’s free, it’s polite and most of all, it’s kind.February...

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How to Keep Your Kids Safe on the Internet

How to Keep Your Kids Safe on the Internet

Scottish Property Centre By Scottish Property Centre

In this two-minute read, we look at ways to safeguard your kids online.

The internet is a weird and wonderful place. Where else can you find answers to complex questions in seconds, or see pics of your...

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Are You Going to Grow with the ‘Mo’ This November?

Are You Going to Grow with the ‘Mo’ This November?

Scottish Property Centre By Scottish Property Centre

In this two-minute read, we are raising awareness of growing a "Mo" and supporting Movember.

We like to do our bit for charity at Scottish Property Centre. And we love seeing people in Scotland doing the...

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Let’s Show Support for Our Amazing Hospices

Let’s Show Support for Our Amazing Hospices

Scottish Property Centre By Scottish Property Centre

This two-minute read explains why we should all get behind Hospice Care Week (4 – 8 October).

The nation’s 200 hospices care each year for 225,000 children and adults with terminal or life-limiting...

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Fundraising Ideas for Our Local Community

Fundraising Ideas for Our Local Community

Scottish Property Centre By Scottish Property Centre

If you’re looking to fundraise in your local area, this three-minute read suggests a few ways to go about it.

How to start fundraisingWhen fundraising, it’s important to first think about your audience....

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Join Us in Celebrating International Nurses Day

Join Us in Celebrating International Nurses Day

Scottish Property Centre By Scottish Property Centre

In this three-minute read, we celebrate those working in the noblest of professions – nursing.

As it’s International Nurses Day next week, we thought we’d share this brilliant quote with you: “Save...

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Read All About It – Our Six Favourite Fictional Ho

Read All About It – Our Six Favourite Fictional Homes

Scottish Property Centre By Scottish Property Centre

Tomorrow is World Book Day, so here’s a list of six famous fictional homes (because even plucky heroes and dastardly villains need to keep a roof over their heads).

In this two-minute read, we look at the...

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Home office Vs garden office – which one should yo

Home office Vs garden office – which one should you choose?

Scottish Property Centre By Scottish Property Centre

Around 1.5 million UK citizens are currently working remotely, and this number is only set to increase. While there are benefits of home working, many struggle with finding the space and may consider adding an...

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Working from home? Tips for creating the perfect h

Working from home? Tips for creating the perfect home office

Scottish Property Centre By Scottish Property Centre

With so many of us taking our work out of the office and into our homes, there has never been a more popular time to rethink the study space in your very own home. Follow the tips below to know how to implement...

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