Thinking of buying a tenanted property?   Worried how much it’s going to cost you?   In short, buying a tenanted property maximises cashflow and reduces capital expenditure.   When you buy an empty buy to let property you do have to factor into account your additional costs, property fit out, licenses, certificates, agency fees, […]

    A new loan scheme has been made available this week for some landlords whose tenancies have been affected by COVID-19.   Private Rent Sector Landlord COVID-19 Loan Scheme Last month, the Scottish Government announced it would provide an interest-free loan to landlords who have suffered a loss of rental income as a result […]

Virtual Valuations in response to COVID-19 In response to the government’s advice on the COVID-19 virus, we are reviewing the way we work in order to protect the health and wellbeing of you and our staff. As an alternative to home visits, we are now offering virtual property valuations using photos, videos and information supplied […]

Average rent prices are still on the rise virtually everywhere in the UK. The figures, from Zoopla, show that its up 2.6% annual increase in rents across the UK is the highest rate seen in three years. With both Glasgow and Edinburgh having a shortage of supply, competition for available accommodation is fierce. In Edinburgh […]

This month, Cairn celebrates its 20th Anniversary, and what a quick 20 years it has been! It all started back in 1999 when David Rowand, now Managing Director saw a gap in the market. David started off his career following in his father’s footsteps by dabbling in the farming business, however he quickly realised that […]

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 first home, there […]

You will probably be faced with a lot of different documentation relating to your rental property- some of which you may be more familiar with than others. Included with your “move in pack” will be your property’s inventory. An inventory is a written document which provides an accurate description of the contents and condition of […]