Cairn Estate & Letting AgencyT’is the *HMO* season… Whilst it may be the Festive Season, our HMO elves are already looking ahead to next year and have been hard at work identifying areas of potential growth/new marketing strategies etc. The Scottish HMO letting market is holding steady, with rent values expected to remain at similar levels in the near future. While demand for HMO properties is consistent, some larger properties may benefit from a restructuring opportunity to explore room-by-room lets as a viable alternative to secure occupancy. To ensure occupancy and minimising void periods, we are implementing several strategies to ensure success for landlords and tenants alike. These include: • Early Pre-Move-Out Inspections: Ensuring properties meet high standards well before marketing. • Early Advertising Campaigns: Starting marketing efforts sooner to capture tenant interest ahead of time. • Focus on Property Quality: Maintaining high standards of maintenance and presentation to meet tenant expectations. Landlords who prioritise quality and proactive planning will be best positioned to thrive in the current market. Please do not hesitate to contact your dedicated Property Manager if you would like to discuss in greater detail. We hope you have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
Meet the Team – Abby Pearson – Property Manager Edinburgh Describe your role in one sentence at Cairn? As a Property Manager within our Portobello branch, I am the main point of contact for our landlords and tenants within the Edinburgh and Lothians, my role is to ensure both landlords and tenants have a smooth tenancy, prioritising and responding to their requirements, no two days are the same which I love. What’s the best thing about working at Cairn? Working with a team who have been so welcoming and supportive. It really is like one big family working for Cairn. What is your proudest business achievement/moment? My proudest business achievement was gaining my business apprenticeship qualification at my previous employment. I am sure there will be more proud moments to come! What is the best piece of business advice you have been given? Listen more than you talk. It’s amazing what you can learn when you truly listen to those around you. Give us an interesting fact about yourself? Before Covid hit, I was a keen gymnast from the age of 5 years old! I later went on to achieve my coaching qualifications. What advice would you give your 18-year-old self? Be kinder to yourself—you’re your own worst critic. Who are your heroes inside or outside of business? Outside of business my heroes are my parents. They have worked so hard to get to where they are today, and I really admire that. They also give quite good advice and I do learn a lot from them (although I never like to let them know I think that!) What qualities do you most admire in others? Kindness, honesty, loyalty and integrity. How do you unwind out of work? Outside of work, I love spending time with friends and family as well as taking my dog Hugo on walks by the beach. Favourite book and film? My favourite book has to be ‘One Day’ by David Nicholls, I was influenced to read the book after watching the Netflix series and it definitely lived up to expectations! My favourite movie is ‘Christmas in Wonderland’ I am a sucker for a Christmas movie, and it was one me and my granny would watch every weekend without fail! Where is your favourite place in Scotland? Anstruther. I spent lots of time there when I was growing up with family. The fish and chip shop is always a plus too!
Cairn – Social Responsibility Cairn care for the future of our planet, people, and wildlife. We want to do “our bit” ethically and sustainably to make sure we are being as good to the planet as we can be. We cannot rely on governments to reduce our carbon footprint. We must all take responsibility. […]
Estate Agency Glasgow When it comes to the purchasing and selling of properties, Glasgow is a city full of opportunity. Since Glasgow is composed of a variety of different areas that all have their unique features, there is always something to suit the needs of everyone. If you’re a new family looking to rent your […]
The impact of Brexit on the Scottish Property Market As things stand, the Brexit deadline has been extended until October 31st, with no clear progress as of yet on what terms the UK will ultimately leave the EU. As might be expected, this Brexit deadlock has made uncertainty the watchword of the day and, much […]
Making the most of Freshers’ Week Freshers’ Week – your first week of university – has a whole lot of hype around it. The cultural significance of this rite of passage can be overwhelming. The pressure to have the time of your life is huge. Here’s how to make the most of this week so you get off on the right foot but don’t burn out! Plan ahead Turn to your university’s social media pages and check out what events your university and their student union is planning. You’re also likely to get a guide in the post or when you enrol at uni. Make a note of some events you fancy and where you’re likely to meet like-minded people. Step out of your comfort zone You’ve moved into your student halls and perhaps all your new flatmates want to head to the rave gig at the union that you’d given a firm ‘No’ to earlier. Go anyway! University is the best time for stepping out of your comfort zone. As long as you feel safe, you won’t regret trying something new. It’s a great bonding and learning experience. Drink wisely The stereotype of Freshers’ Week is of an alcohol-fueled fest where uni newbies are more drunk than sober. Of course, drinking is a healthy part of the experience and can help you gain a bit of confidence with your new pals. But make sure you drink sensibly — have water in-between, never leave your drink unattended and if you want to stop – stop! Go to meetings about your course While Freshers’ Week is all about going out, meeting new people and experiencing new things, it’s likely you will also have some actual university stuff to go to. Course inductions, tutor one-to-ones and department networking events will prepare you for the years ahead. Your bed will always be there, you’ve not got that degree yet! Get home safely Living away from home from home for the first time might be the only time you’ve ever needed to fend for yourself. When a night out finishes, be sure to take a registered taxi home to your halls with people you trust or take a well-lit path in a big group. Never walk home alone. Don’t forget food and sleep The temptation to ‘go hard or go home’ with your Freshers’ Week is huge. Peer pressure from your new or old pals or the media representation of this mad time can give you serious FOMO. Remember, it’s okay to slow down your pace. Make sure you’re eating regularly and getting enough sleep. You don’t want to burn out before you’ve even begun, and you’ll stave off that infamous Freshers’ flu. Freshers’ Week is a total rollercoaster and definitely a time you won’t forget. If it’s not everything you expected – don’t worry. You’ve got a whole three or four years left to go. Do what feels right for you and enjoy yourself. Welcome to university!
Getting To The West End For decades, the West End of Glasgow has been a much sought-after place to set up home. The sprawling area from Charing Cross to Partick to Hillhead and beyond comprises some of the most attractive postcodes in the city, if not the country. The beautiful green spaces of Kelvingrove and […]
Making New Habits Stick A new year has rolled around and it’s tempting to write a list of goals as long as your arm in a bid to signal “New Year, New Me”. But what good are New Year’s resolutions if they are far by the wayside as soon as February arrives? Making lifestyle changes […]
A History of Glasgow Tenements Stone tenements are characteristic of housing in Glasgow — they have been part of the fabric of the city since the 19th century. Around 73% of Glaswegians live in a flat of some description, compared with under 25% for comparable cities down south. (Source: https://www.glasgowlive.co.uk/news/history/look-glasgows-oldest-tenements-history-15044421) Tenements were first built to […]
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