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General, HMO licensing, HMO Properties, Landlords, Property Management
T’is the HMO Season
T’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 […]
General, Careers, Meet The Team, News, Property Managers, Recruitment, Staff
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 […]
General, Estate Agency, Landlords, Letting, News, Social Responsibility
Cairn – Our Social Responsibility
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. […]
General, Glasgow
Estate Agency Glasgow
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 […]
General
The impact of Brexit on the Scottish Property Market
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 […]
General, Student Accommodation
Making the most of Freshers’ Week
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 […]
General, Guides
Getting To The West End
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 […]
General
Making New Habits Stick
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 […]
General, Glasgow
A History of Glasgow Tenements
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 […]
