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The Increasing Demand for More Space Posted: 15th September 2021

If you’re in search for more space, then you aren’t alone. Since the pandemic which began last March and the subsequent lockdowns, interest in houses has more than doubled. In fact, the number of people looking to purchase a family home has soared by 114% compared with levels typically seen at this time of year between […]read more>>

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The Home Report Posted: 22nd August 2021

The Home Report system in Scotland was introduced back in 2008, and this meant that buyers would have access to all the information on a property before proceeding with an offer and ultimately a purchase. Many people are unsure of what the Home Report entails – especially those purchasing their first home, or moving after […]read more>>

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A Strong Autumn Housing Market Posted: 19th August 2021

According to the latest Rightmove Data, although asking prices are starting to stabalise and in some areas even fall, experts are predicting a strong autumn housing market as demand continues to outstrip supply. In July, asking prices across the UK fell for the first time this year as it see a cooling of the higher […]read more>>

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Preparing Your Home for a Sale Posted: 20th July 2021

If you’re considering selling your home, it’s important that you maximise your sale price. There are several things you can do ensure your home is more desirable to buyers ensuring it sells quickly and for the highest amount. It’s important that the inside of your home is in great shape – but you should be […]read more>>

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What are the Most Popular Home Improvements? Posted: 7th July 2021

Multiple lockdowns have resulted in a reassessment of our living spaces. Back in June last year when the property market reopened, we saw a sharp rise in demand for larger homes in more rural areas with enough space for everyone in the home to work and relax – inside and out. With property in high […]read more>>

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Making Your Garden Feel More Secluded Posted: 5th May 2021

Over the last year we have all realised the importance of having access to outside space and homes with gardens have never been in higher demand. If you have just moved home, are considering selling or want to enhance your living space, making your garden a more secluded, private space will add value to your […]read more>>

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The Rule of 6 Garden Gatherings Posted: 14th April 2021

From Friday this week, people can meet in groups of six adults from six households in outdoor settings and people are permitted to travel across Scotland as long as they do not stay overnight. From April 26th the restrictions on journeys in mainland Scotland will be lifted, all retail premises will re-open, up to four […]read more>>

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How the Pandemic Has Changed Buyer Priorities Posted: 7th April 2021

According to the latest research, over a quarter of the UK’s renters and homeowners have found that what they want and need from a property has changed since the COVID pandemic. Here in the UK, we have had over a year of remote working, home schooling, online shopping and going out for a meal or […]read more>>

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January Saw the Greatest Mortgage Choice for 11 Months Posted: 24th February 2021

In January, borrowers had the highest number of mortgages to choose from since March 2020 according to figures released by Moneyfacts. In a further sign that the mortgage market is stabilising, the number of days for which individual mortgages are available before lenders withdraw them rose from 28 days in January to 40 days. There […]read more>>

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Tier 4 Restrictions and the Property Market Posted: 18th November 2020

This week it was announced that East Renfrewshire is to be placed under Tier 4 restrictions from 6pm on Friday November 20th until December 11th. This means that more than two million people are under the toughest restrictions with a view to reduce the number of those affected by COVID. The rules mean that non-essential […]read more>>