October 30, 2024
Property - Budget 2024
How did we fare in the budget from a property perspective? It was a mixed bag, really no gains, plenty of losses! Let's take a look at what the Chancellor announced.
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October 23, 2024
House prices rising faster in Scotland than elsewhere in UK
Scottish house prices rose to £27k in the last year, more than anywhere in the UK, and this is despite the number of BTL properties coming on the market.
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January 4, 2023
Open Market Shared Equity Scheme
The Scottish Government is aiming to support as many low-income and first-time buyers purchase a home this year through an initiative called the Open Market Shared Equity Scheme.
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April 26, 2022
Japanese Knotweed
Japanese Knotweed is an invasive weed that spreads rapidly and can be difficult to control with professional support. The existence of the weed in or close to a property you want to purchase or sell may be a problem and you shouldn't ignore it.
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April 24, 2022
Damage From Trees
Trees are pretty but trees are also destructive when growing too close to a property. They don't even have to be within the boundary of a property you own or are buying, it could be a neighbour's tree which can be an issue in itself.
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April 23, 2022
Dry Rot, Wet Rot & Woodworm
Wet and/or dry rot is not that uncommon on a property. Although it is often caused by poor maintenance it can be hidden and not noticed until it's caused too much damage or as many buyers and sellers find out, it is a valuer that finds it when inspecting a property. Even Woodworm is often left unchecked until a valuer inspects.
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