The Cost of Living (Tenant Protection) (Scotland) Act – Emergency legislation
By Scottish Property CentreThe Cost of Living (Tenant Protection) (Scotland) Act 2022 has been passed by the Scottish Parliament.
Following on from ourThe Fake Landlord Scam That All Renters Need to Know About
By Scottish Property CentreDon’t let fraudsters swindle you out of your hard-earned money. Read on to discover what the ‘fake landlord’ scam is and how to protect yourself.
The fake landlord ruse has been around for years, but...Immediate rent freeze and eviction ban
By Scottish Property CentreAn emergency rent freeze in the private and public sectors is announced in Scotland.
Setting out the programme for government for the next 12 months First Minister Nicola Sturgeon today announced to the...Renting for the First Time? Read On
By Scottish Property CentreIn this quick read, we help you prepare to sign on the dotted line and start your first tenancy.
Are you a renting newbie? Are you flying your family’s comfy nest? Well, this one’s for you. Renting your...What Are a Tenant’s Responsibilities?
By Scottish Property CentreMoving into a new home can be exciting, but renting a property comes with responsibilities. To avoid disputes – or paying for things that don’t fall within your remit – it’s helpful to know your...
Covid extended notice periods to be scrapped
By Scottish Property CentreFrom 31 March 2022 the notice periods for eviction will revert back to the original requirements in place prior to the pandemic.
The Scottish Association of Landlords (SAL) have tonight indicated that the...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...
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...
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...