A charming period cottage in Cramond
This week's feature property is a lovely semi-detached cottage in the lovely area of Cramond, boasting traditional features, bright and airy rooms and a lovely, sunny garden.
News
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House Price Report March 2019
Our latest House Price Report reveals longer property selling times and higher selling prices in east central Scotland during the first three months of 2019.
Legal experts: making an offer on a house or flat
We chatted to legal experts from various ESPC solicitor estate agents to find out what questions they are most often asked about making an offer on a house or flat.
Countryside charm in Howgate
This detached house in the lovely Midlothian village of Howgate offers a rural retreat from busy city life and features stylish interiors.
Our favourite houses for sale in West Lothian this week
We highlight some of the best houses in West Lothian currently advertised on espc.com, from a terraced house in Newton which is ideal for first time buyers, to an extensive home in Broxburn, complete with a separate Coach House in the garden.
Tenants - what is fair wear and tear?
Rachel from our ESPC Lettings team discusses what constitutes 'fair wear and tear' from a tenants' perspective.
Thinking of changing your letting agent?
We live in a society where we have come to expect and desire the very best of service. Never more so when it comes to your investment property. Nicky Lloyd, Head of ESPC Lettings, takes a look at the nuances of changing letting agent.
Tax charges on second properties
Owning a second property as a holiday home or as a landlord has long been attractive to investors. However, you need to be clear on the tax charges you could face on purchasing a second property. Claire Maxwell, Tax Senior Manager at Johnston Carmichael, takes a look at LBTT and the recently increased Additional Dwelling Supplement.
House Price Report February 2019
Our latest House Price Report reveals a reasonable increase in median selling times over the past three months in east central Scotland, compared to last year. Could this be due to an increase in properties coming to market in recent months, resulting in less competition for homes?
Ben Cruachan Guest House
With a prime location close to the centre of Edinburgh and light-filled and stylish interiors, this guest house presents an excellent business opportunity.