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Aberdeen property market sees positive movement in Q1 2021

May 11, 2021

Last year was unusual for everyone, but especially for the Aberdeen property market. After a mildly encouraging start, the local market was stopped in its tracks by lockdown, only to recover, strongly, later in the year. In my last market review, I remember endeavouring to dampen expectations for 2021 and was concerned not to raise hopes as the success could be short-lived.

Ask the expert: How to score a perfect 10 on your home report

May 06, 2021

When it comes to selling your house, preparation is key. Putting in a little extra effort before a surveyor attends your property to complete the Home Report could make a big difference in the speed and ease of selling your home.

Ask the expert: how technology can help you sell your home

April 29, 2021

Selling your home is a big step. Taking the time to prepare your house before putting it on the market can save you both time and money. You only get one chance at making a first impression, so it’s important that you make it a good one.

New Scottish legislation for fire and smoke detectors

April 19, 2021

As a direct result of recent fire tragedies, fire and smoke alarms must be interlinked, and there must be adequate carbon monoxide protection in all homes in Scotland, both private and social housing, by February 2022.

How to stand out on ASPC - for all the right reasons

April 12, 2021

Buying a new house is extremely exciting, there’s no denying that it’s not. But when you are looking to move up the property ladder, it’s important that you take time to consider the process of selling your home and create a plan before you start looking for your dream new home.

10 top tips from first time buyers

March 24, 2021

With Scotland’s First Home Fund scheme relaunching on the 1st of April, a record low Bank of England base rate and the 95% mortgage making its much anticipated return, 2021 is a great time for first time buyers to make a purchase.

Top 5 homes in the North East for those looking to downsize

March 18, 2021

With an empty nest and a change in lifestyle, downsizing to a more manageable home, with like-minded neighbours close by is appealing to many, but especially those moving with their later years in mind.

Ask the Expert: Top tips for preparing your property for market

March 05, 2021

Putting your home on the market is a big step. Understandably, you want to make sure that you are doing it right from the start.

5 detached homes north of Aberdeenshire

February 24, 2021

Following a year spent living and working from home, a move to Aberdeenshire where there is an abundance of open space and a variety of walks is an appealing prospect for many.

Tips for having a standout viewing

February 17, 2021

Selling your home is a big move. First impressions can play a big part in the decision-making process, and a successful viewing can have an impact on whether an offer is made.

Top tips for buying your perfect home

February 11, 2021

Set against a background of lockdown restrictions, the Aberdeen property market has seen a strong start to the year with the number of sales just 1 short of what we saw in January 2020.

How Covid-19 impacted the local housing market in Q4 2020

February 04, 2021

With an almost complete cessation of activity from late March until mid-summer, our member firms were forced to adapt their approach to business and overcome an array of challenges, yet we ended the year with an unexpected increase in property prices.

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