Tenants - what is fair wear and tear?
Rachel from our ESPC Lettings team discusses what constitutes 'fair wear and tear' from a tenants' perspective.
News
Welcome to the news room! Read news, views, house price reports, opinion and blog posts on all things property and ESPC related. Use the News topics on the right hand side to help you select news that's of interest to you.
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.
Why buy and sell your home with ESPC
Looking to buy or sell your flat or house this year? Find out how ESPC are here to make the process as smoothly as possible.
A stylish family home in the charming village of Lauder
With a great location in the peaceful village of Lauder in the Scottish Borders, this luxurious five bedroom detached house would make a stunning family home.
A beautiful flat with incredible views over the Firth of Forth
With stunning views over the Forth Bridges as well as stylish interiors and a colourful history, this South Queensferry upper flat is a must-view property.
Increasing number of families renting in Scotland
The latest Citylets Quarterly Report shows that the three and four bed properties in Scotland are experiencing the steepest increases in rent, suggesting strong demand for family homes to rent. Find out more about the report and the Scottish and Edinburgh rental market in this blog.
Ten house hunting tips for first time buyers
Maurice Allan form Lindsays shares his top ten house hunting tips for buying your first home!