Coronavirus COVID-19 and the impact on the Scottish property market: what we know so far
In this article, we assess the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the Scottish property market so far.
News
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Agents report strong buyer demand for homes despite second lockdown
ESPC agents across the southern half of Scotland are reporting significant buyer demand and enquiries for homes, despite the current lockdown restrictions.
Top selling areas of 2020 in Edinburgh, the Lothians, Fife and the Borders
Wondering which area of Edinburgh boasted the highest average property selling price last year, or which Fife town saw the greatest year-on-year decrease in selling time in 2020? In this article, we use ESPC data to highlight the top selling areas of 2020.
2021 Edinburgh property market predictions
Derek Brien, Head of Estate Agency at VMH Solicitors, looks back at 2020 and considers what will happen to the Edinburgh property market in 2021.
What do the new Scottish lockdown restrictions mean for house moves and property viewings?
Find out what the new restrictions mean for activities such as house moves and viewings.
Coronavirus and the Scottish property market: a timeline
We’ve compiled a timeline of Coronavirus and the Scottish property market, highlighting week-to-week impacts and effects
Demand for property in Scotland rises after English restrictions eased
Many of our agents have reported rising demand from buyers and sellers in Scotland since news of the easing of English property market restrictions.
Buyers make offers after viewing properties virtually - ESPC agents report
ESPC agents have reported several examples of buyers making an offer after viewing a property virtually. Find out more in this article.
Demand to buy and sell property in Scotland after lockdown
While the current social distancing measures mean property market activity is quiet, reports from ESPC agents suggest there is demand to buy and sell property after lockdown. Find out more in our latest article.
Fresh Start adapts services to continue supporting the community
Fresh Start, ESPC’s charity partner of the year, helps people who have been homeless get established in their new home. The social distancing measures put in place last month mean they have had to adapt their services so they can still support the local community. Find out more in our latest article.