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Landlords reject new rent control laws in Scotland
John Blackwood of the Scottish Association of Landlords warns that a new housing bill will force investors out of the sector.
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Lomond’s march towards UK lettings dominance continues
Boss Ed Phillips says the properties acquired in Scotland share the same footprint as its existing network of offices so represent the ideal fit.
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Newbuilds ‘on hold’ as stock slumps below pandemic levels
DJ Alexander says house building has hit a "worryingly low level" north of the border as the population reaches a record high.
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Housing Market
Scottish house price rises by 50% over the last decade
Research by DJ Alexander says the average price of a detached home in Scotland increased by 55.4% – and doubling in Glasgow and Edinburgh.
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New First Minister takes aim at second home owners
Humza Yousaf promised to target second homes in Scotland, and has wasted no time with a plan to hike council tax rates.
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Movers & Shakers
DJ Alexander Ltd opens new premises in Glasgow
Scottish agent, DJ Alexander Ltd, has opened a new premises in Byres Road in Glasgow...
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Scotland’s prime market is booming, report leading agents
Savills says £1 million-plus sales reached a new record north of the border last year with 491 transactions registered.
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Scottish Government U-turns replacing rent freeze with cap
In a major U-turn, announced by housing minister Patrick Harvie, the Scottish government is to allow rent rises after a campaign from landlord leaders.
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Strike ‘set to hit’ property deals
David Alexander says strike action by civil servants at Registers of Scotland will delay transactions.
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Housing Market
Scottish housing market heading for homelessness crisis
Scotland needs a coherent long-term plan to create a housing policy or cases of homelessness will increase, says leading agent.
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