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The best times to buy or rent a home

August 26, 2021

Moving home is an exciting time. The prospect of a new neighborhood, your own space and new found independence. There’s a lot to think about and the process may seem a bit overwhelming at times.

Author: Lorna Coutts, ASPC Chief Executive

Buying a house, Renting, First time buyers

Tools to simplify your property search

October 02, 2018

Whether you are buying, selling, renting or letting out a property, our useful guides and handy tools are there to help you along the way.

Author: John MacRae, Chairman of ASPC

Buying a house, Selling a house, Renting

Private Housing Tenancies Act – What it means for landlords

November 21, 2017

The Private Housing (Tenancies) Scotland Act 2016 will come into effect from 1 December 2017, with the aim to increase safeguards for landlords, as well as security for tenants.

Author: John MacRae, chairman of ASPC

Renting

Private Housing Tenancies Act –What it means for tenants

November 16, 2017

This article takes a look at three key things the Private Housing Tenancies Act changes for tenants.

Author: John MacRae, chairman of ASPC

Property news, Renting

Four tips for landlords to help keep tenants happy

September 26, 2017

Being a landlord can be a great way to make money on a second home or flat – but it’s always easier if your tenants are happy! Our latest blog provides four tips to keep your tenants happy.

Author: John MacRae, Chairman of ASPC

Renting

7 tips for moving in with a flat mate

September 12, 2017

Sharing your home with someone else often means adjusting your lifestyle to suit theirs. To help you along, we’ve laid out seven golden rules for keeping a happy home and a good relationship!

Author: John MacRae, Chairman of ASPC

Renting

Pros and cons of renting a property

August 10, 2017

Owning a property is a big step - and not one that we're all ready for right away - which is why many of us opt for renting in the meantime. In this blog, we take a look at the pros and cons of renting a property.

Author: John MacRae, Chairman of ASPC

Renting

What to consider when looking for a rental property

March 28, 2017

A quick internet search will bring up a plethora of guides on hunting for your perfect home, but if you’re not ready to make that commitment, financially or personally, renting might be your preferred option! Finding the perfect rental however is a different experience to hunting for your dream home, you might be a lot more flexible when it comes to renting – depending on how long you’re planning to be living there. We’ve put together our top tips for finding your perfect rental home

Author: ASPC team

Renting

Moving out of your rental property? Here's how to make sure you get your deposit back

February 21, 2017

When you move into rented accommodation – you’re usually asked for a deposit. This deposit usually acts as a guarantee for any unpaid rent, damage you might do to the property or any bills that are left unpaid when you leave the property such as utility bills. It’s usually around one month’s rent.

Author: John MacRae, Chairman of ASPC

Renting

What you need to know if you are renting for the first time

December 22, 2016

Flying the nest for the first time can be a big deal. For most youngsters this means renting, whether it’s with your partner, friends or even a stranger. Whilst your parents are usually the best source of information (about most things), chances are they’ve been out of the rental market for a while.

Author: John MacRae, Chairman of ASPC

Buying a house, Renting

The rights and responsibilities of landlords

November 10, 2016

If you’re thinking of letting out your home, or you’re already doing so, you should brush up on your rights and responsibilities as a landlord to make sure you’re up to scratch. If you’ve previously been a landlord in England or Wales, you might think you’re ahead of the game. But there’s actually a few notable differences in Scotland. We’ve put together our list of rights and responsibilities to make sure you, and your tenant are covered.

Author: John MacRae, Chairman of ASPC

Selling a house, Renting

Five ways to make a rental property feel like home

October 11, 2016

t’s not always possible to buy your own place, maybe you don’t have the cash, or maybe you just like the option of moving around? There are lots of reasons why you would consider renting, but sometimes a rental property can feel like you’re living in someone else’s home. From adding a splash of colour, to showing off your artistic side, we’ve put together our top tips for making your rented property feel more like a home, without leaving a dent in your deposit.

Author: John MacRae, Chairman of ASPC

Buying a house, Renting

What will the budget’s buy-to-let changes mean for landlords?

July 29, 2015

Landlords will no doubt have been concerned when George Osborne announced, in his summer budget, that there would be changes for buy-to-let mortgages. But what do these changes actually mean?

Author: John MacRae, Chairman of ASPC

Property news, Renting

What could the New Tenancy for the Private Rented Sector (PRS) mean?

May 13, 2015

The Scottish Government has just finished consultation on its plans for the Private Rented Sector (PRS). These include simplifying possession rights and introducing roll-over for tenancy agreements.

Author: John MacRae, Chairman of ASPC

Property news, Renting

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