Each year the Office for National Statistics (ONS) asks people to rate their happiness (the extent to which they consider their life useful and fulfilling). According to the latest findings, owning a property is the key to happiness. The ONS looked into the biggest contributors to British life satisfaction and homeowners reported a greater sense of wellbeing than renters. Those who own a property with or without a mortgage have a higher level of life satisfaction. With regards to renting, those who rent in the private rather than social sector are more satisfied with their lives, but this can also […]

If you live in a listed building, or are considering purchasing one, it’s important to know what the limitations are when it comes to renovations. Whether you want to replace a window, open up your living space or build an annexe, it’s vital that you are aware of the rules surrounding conservation area buildings. The good news is that there are clear rules and procedures in place with experts available to advise you on what you can and can’t do to your property. Extending your building If you wish to extend your listed building, you will need to obtain Listed […]

According to the latest research from Post Office Money, landscaping your garden could add more value to your home than a new kitchen, conservatory, extension or loft conversion. The study shows that by landscaping your outside space you could add as much as 77% to the value of your property with the estimated cost averaging £2,750 compared to around £80,000 which is the average cost of extending your property or converting your basement. Outdoor improvements can be as simple as adding potted plants, a new patio, decking, seating and BBQ area or even installing an artificial lawn. With many specialist […]

The sun is shining here in Scotland and spring is definitely in the air. It’s at times like this that we realise the importance of having a great garden to enjoy the lovely weather. If you’re considering your next move, take a look at these beautiful well kept gardens in properties for sale through Clyde Property right now – some with exceptional views across the Scottish countryside. Gorsehill, Upper Allan Street, Blairgowrie, Perthshire Offers Over £385,000 Gorsehill is an outstanding, seven apartment traditional detached villa set within beautiful walled garden grounds with superb views over the spires of Blairgowrie to the […]

11th MAY 2019,  10am – 2pm Clyde Property, 145 Byres Road, Glasgow G12 8TT When it comes to your most important and valuable asset, it’s essential that you work with someone you can trust and who will be there to answer all your questions providing services best suited to an ever changing market. One of the most important decisions you will make as a landlord is which agency will take care of your property investment. As the most innovative and professional letting agency in Scotland, with over 3,000 currently under management you can trust us to be the reliable partner […]

Clyde Property Bothwell is delighted to present to the market this truly outstanding five bedroom detached family home constructed by prestige Austrian house builders, Griffner. Not only is it exceptionally stylish, it has been designed to be a low energy home using state of the art electrical, sanitary and heating technology. Lanark Road, Garrion Bridge, South Lanarkshire Offers Over £750,000 Externally, the property has been finished in white render and clad in stunning larch that has already began to weather and turn silver. Upon arrival, you are welcomed by fob controlled security gates which lead to an extensive driveway which […]

Since April 2016 landlords have faced the challenges of a LBTT surcharge along with a restriction of tax relief on mortgage interest repayments. In addition, the depreciation of Sterling since the Brexit vote has also meant that additional costs with converting pounds back into local currency has discouraged overseas buyers from investing in UK property. That said, a price drop in house prices in London and the South has encouraged buy-to-let investors back into the market with yield, rather than asset appreciation, being the main draw. According to the lending platform Lendbay in association with The Telegraph, the top 10 best […]

The Falkirk market has had an outstanding year to date with exceptionally strong demand for all property types. The Clyde Property Falkirk team had an average stock of 50-60 properties, which is much higher than the UK average stock of 27-32 properties. Despite this high figure demand is still outweighing supply, and the result is exceptional fast sales times – with offers often accepted in just a matter of days. March and April saw in excess of eighty properties instructed which is a 30% increase year-on-year. Although it’s typical for properties to achieve around 5% offers over the asking price, […]

Our Clyde Property Edinburgh branch is achieving record figures for one-bedroom properties, particularly in Bruntsfield, Morningside, Dalry and Leith areas. Some of our one bedroom properties are now hitting the £1,000 PCM mark. One of our latest listings comes with the most amazing views of Edinburgh Castle and is sure to be snapped up this week: Websters Land, Edinburgh, EH1 To Let – £850 PCM, Fully Furnished, Available Now   This well-presented modern property benefits from a large living room, spacious bedroom, modernised bathroom and kitchen. Located in the heart of the Grassmarket with views of the Castle from bedroom […]

Our team in the Clyde Property Edinburgh branch has reported that despite a UK slowdown in the property market due to Brexit uncertainty, they are still seeing properties achieve the highest prices we have ever seen in certain areas and many properties are achieving early offers and closing dates. Here is just one example of the exceptional results we are achieving in Edinburgh: Craigend Park, Flat 3, Liberton, Edinburgh Under Offer – Sold In Excess of HRV in Under ONE Week This immaculate and beautifully presented three bedroom first floor apartment forms part of a highly sought after modern development […]

Clyde Property Helensburgh had an exceptional April with no sign of Brexit affecting buyer confidence. The branch had no less than six closing dates in the month of April. One of the properties we recently sold, Kymel House, was on the market with an agent for three years and came to Clyde Property in February of this year. We had an offer accepted on the property within a month of advertising. Here are some highlights: East Clyde Street Under Offer – Sold at Closing Date Commanding one of Helensburgh’s most sought after locations, right on the waterfront of the Firth of […]

Currently operating as an award-winning Bed and Breakfast, “Bramblewood” would make a magnificent, sizeable, family home of seven bedrooms and four public rooms and is set amidst beautiful, tree lined gardens of approximately three quarters of an acre. Balmaha Road, Drymen, Stirlingshire Offers Over £525,000 Enjoying an idyllic setting on the fringes of Drymen, this chalet style, detached villa offers versatile accommodation of over 3,000 sq ft formed over two levels and the design and orientation are such that many floor to ceiling, double-height windows and a wrap-around balcony afford beautiful, uninterrupted views across the elaborate garden grounds, to the […]