Scotland’s First Minister announced today (January 4th 2021) that a new national lockdown is in place from midnight tonight, in a bid to curtail the spread of COVID-19. Guidance published on the Scottish Government website states that all activities in connection with moving home including viewing a property, or for activities in connection with the maintenance, […]
Recent research from Zoopla has revealed what buyer and renters are look for from a new home. By looking at the portal’s advanced property search tool over the last 12 months, the portal can reveal the most searched-for terms to give an insight into what buyers and renters are looking for. It has been revealed […]
It has been a challenging year for many of us and with the news of a vaccine on the horizon one thing we can do is hope that next year we will get back to some form of normality. As we approach Christmas, it’s important that we try to remain positive even if we can’t […]
We are experiencing a property mini boom here in Scotland as a result of the pandemic. Not only are residential properties in demand, but investors are also looking at buy to let properties to either start or expand their investment portfolio. If you are considering property as an investment it’s important that you understand the […]
Given the year we’ve had, we all need something to look forward to. Going away this winter to sunnier climes is a write-off, but it doesn’t mean we can’t plan ahead. With the vaccinations starting this year it looks like there’s a real possibility of a holiday this time next year. January’s cold weather and […]
Wallpaper has seen a rise in popularity over the last few years, with a move away from minimalist white walls to bold, beautiful patterns to add colour and warmth to your home. A well-chosen wallpaper can really make your house a home and create a striking, unique look. Wallpaper can be used in any room […]
According to the latest Zoopla House Price Index, this will be the busiest housing market for more than a decade, as buyers rush to beat the stamp duty holiday deadline. The housing market is set to have its strongest December for more than ten years with house prices growth already having been pushed up to […]
Following the lockdown from March, we have realised the importance of having outside space even more than ever. In fact, according to recent data from Zoopla, ‘garden’ is the top term used in their advanced search field for potential buyers looking for a new home. So whether you are thinking of selling or want to […]
As you move up the property ladder to accommodate your growing family, you inevitably end up with a larger mortgage. The good news is that there are some things you can do make in-roads and clear your debt faster. In all instances, it’s important to get advice from an independent mortgage advisor. Here are some […]
As we reported in our earlier blog post (link), the property market remains open during Level 4 restrictions here in Scotland. Despite these restrictions in place until December 11th, there are still lots of great reasons why now is a good time to move. So, whether you are moving into your very first home, moving […]
