PROPERTY hunters may no longer be left out in the cold as summer comes to a close – with the capital market continuing to find a better balance between buyers and sellers. Continue reading Capital housing market continues to find ‘better balance’
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Landlords can be loveable too!
Landlords aren’t villains, they’re just ordinary people says new report
While the public’s image of a typical landlord might be a money-grabbing property professional, the reality is different. Office admin roles, alongside jobs in IT, teaching and accountancy are the four most common occupations for landlords, according to new research. Continue reading Landlords can be loveable too!
Leith developments shortlisted for UK award
Two Port of Leith Housing Association (PoLHA) developments have been shortlisted for national housing awards. Continue reading Leith developments shortlisted for UK award
Househunting? Go West!
West and Central Scotland house prices per square metre fastest growing over last five years 
- Larkhall and Lanark record the biggest price increase since 2013 (33%)
- Grangemouth has the lowest average price per m2 at £1,016
- Edinburgh is Scotland’s most expensive city at £2,669 per m2
Not checking heating system biggest regret of house buyers in Scotland
House hunters across Scotland are being urged to check the property’s heating system before buying a new home to help avoid any unexpected costs. Continue reading Not checking heating system biggest regret of house buyers in Scotland
Cyrenians consortium to head up Housing First Edinburgh
Cyrenians has been announced as the lead organisation for a new fund aimed at tackling homelessness in Edinburgh. The Edinburgh based homelessness charity, who are currently marking their 50th year, are delighted to be selected as the lead organisation in the ambitious Housing First Edinburgh programme. Continue reading Cyrenians consortium to head up Housing First Edinburgh
Drum submits major planning application for Leith Walk
Revised planning proposal ‘set to maintain area’s distinctive feel and character’ following community feedback, says developer 
A significant section of Leith Walk, Edinburgh is set to be transformed into a vibrant residential, student and visitor quarter following a major planning application submitted by Drum Property Group. Continue reading Drum submits major planning application for Leith Walk
City Council to seek powers to tackle short term lets
“Residents are suffering because of short term lets. Finding solutions for our communities is a priority for this administration. ” – Housing Convener Cllr Kate Campbell
The city council is to set up a team dedicated to dealing with complaints about short term lets is to be set up by the City of Edinburgh Council. Continue reading City Council to seek powers to tackle short term lets
HALF OF SCOTS NO LONGER BELIEVE THEY WILL BUY THEIR OWN HOME
- Just under a third remain confident they can buy their own property
- One in three will use the Help to Buy scheme to get onto the property ladder
- One in four parents are happy to help their children buy their own home
The latest How Scotland Lives research from Bank of Scotland shows a snapshot of how Scots are feeling about the idea of getting on the property ladder. Just under half (48%) feel that they will never buy their own home, with less than a third (29%) feeling confident about their future purchasing prospects. Continue reading HALF OF SCOTS NO LONGER BELIEVE THEY WILL BUY THEIR OWN HOME
Edinburgh buyers caught in “vicious circle” of home shortages
CAPITAL buyers are being caught in a “vicious circle” caused by property shortages, according to leading experts. New findings from Warners Solicitors & Estate Agents show that buyers are delaying putting their own property up for sale until they can find a suitable property to buy, leading to a staggering 50% drop in the number of homes available for sale in Edinburgh. Continue reading Edinburgh buyers caught in “vicious circle” of home shortages