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Property is one of the most accessible forms of investment, and an area most people feel comfortable in. Although it’s familiar territory there can be a big jump between owning your family home, and running a successful property portfolio as a landlord. Running a limited company isn’t as scary as it might sound so why […]

Last week we shared our first five top tips on how to invest in property. The buy to let market is a great opportunity but as with every investment it pays to do your research first! Only lottery winners become millionaires overnight through luck alone so remember to do your homework before diving in. In the […]

Crowdfunding is a hot topic for investors and businesses alike. Now property investment has diversified into crowdfunding too. Crowdfunding, the means of raising finance by asking a large amount of people for a small amount of money each, usually using the internet, has been growing steadily in the UK since it became mainstream in 2013. […]

April’s pension reforms mean that from the age of 55 onwards people have access to their entire pension pot, and this has led many more people than before to consider residential property investment as an option. The reforms remove the need to buy a traditional annuity and give access to more investment options. Savers can […]

Over the next two years, beginning on December 1st this year, new mandatory electrical checks come into force for all privately rented properties. New regulations from the Scottish Government mean that all electrical items in a rented property must be either Electrical Installation Condition Report or Portable Appliance Tested. It will be the landlord’s responsibility […]

The term HMO is used frequently in the property investment market. As experts on HMO development we want to explain what HMO is, and understand why such a highly regulated sector continues to be popular for investors. Since 2000 in Scotland HMO properties have required an HMO license, which the landlord is responsible for gaining […]

If you are interested in buying property for your child, but are concerned about the expense, there are ways to reduce costs. There is an opportunity to invest your money through a trust, rather than buying privately, which means you won’t be charged Capital Gains Tax when the property is sold. Legislation around CGT has undergone […]

Early 2015 reports suggest a flurry of activity in the property market. The wet and dark days of January traditionally mean slower results in the property market. So, while it remains to be seen whether this flurry of buyers will sustain, it is possible these early birds could be benefiting by buying earlier in the […]

As every landlord understands the ideal relationship with tenants includes clear communication and timeous action on both sides to maintain the satisfaction of all parties. However, should one party deviate, that relationship can become strained. Fortunately both parties are protected by legislation designed to ensure that their interests are protected, but this legislation may be […]