Category: Property Guides
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What Happens at an Estate Agent Valuation
Read the article: What Happens at an Estate Agent ValuationIf you’re thinking of selling a residential property in Scotland, whether it’s your home or a rental property the starting point for most people is to get an indication of what the property is likely to sell for. Most people will opt to invite a local expert solicitor estate agent to visit their property and…
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A Guide to Buying your First Home
Read the article: A Guide to Buying your First HomeBuying a property for the first time can be an exciting time, but also a bit daunting if you don’t know where to start! Here we outline the key stages in the purchasing process and highlight considerations for first-time buyers in Scotland. Sort Out Your Finances Buying a house or flat is likely to be…
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MOV8 Real Estate Now Covers West of Scotland
Read the article: MOV8 Real Estate Now Covers West of ScotlandSell Your West of Scotland Property in 2019 with MOV8! We’re delighted to announce that, after a successful trial in late 2018, MOV8 Real Estate is now marketing properties for sale on behalf of sellers in the West of Scotland. MOV8 Real Estate’s local Valuer, Tony Knight, has over 20 years of local expertise in…
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5 Mistakes Every Property Seller in Scotland Makes
Read the article: 5 Mistakes Every Property Seller in Scotland MakesThe process of selling property in Scotland isn’t always as straightforward as it might seem. Most property sellers in Scotland will make one of the following 5 common mistakes. Here’s how to avoid them! 1. Believing the Estate Agent’s Valuation is the Most Important Thing Estate agents may overvalue your property to get your business.…
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Additional Dwelling Supplement 2019 Increase to 4% in Scottish Budget
Read the article: Additional Dwelling Supplement 2019 Increase to 4% in Scottish BudgetThe Scottish government announced in its budget on 12 December 2018 that it plans to increase the current 3% rate of Additional Dwelling Supplement (ADS) to 4% from 25 January 2019. If approved by the Scottish Parliament, the increase will apply to contracts entered into on or after 12 December 2018. ADS was introduced in…
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Effect of School Catchment Areas on Property Prices in Scotland
Read the article: Effect of School Catchment Areas on Property Prices in ScotlandEveryone wants the best education for their children. Finding a home in the catchment area of one of the better schools is a priority for many parents and, as a result, properties in these areas tend to attract a premium. According to recent research from the Bank of Scotland, buyers need to pay an average…
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Why Winter is a Good Time to Sell Property in Scotland
Read the article: Why Winter is a Good Time to Sell Property in ScotlandContrary to popular belief, winter can be a great time to sell property in Scotland! While spring and summer are usually the busiest times to market your home, it’s not always the best time to sell. Smart sellers will consider selling when demand is high but supply is low. Why Winter is a Good Time…
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Will Brexit Impact the Property Market and Prices in Scotland?
Read the article: Will Brexit Impact the Property Market and Prices in Scotland?The country is divided on Brexit, so too are opinions regarding Brexit’s impact on the property market. There are clearly differences in property market trends across the country, but can this be attributed to the uncertainty over Brexit or other factors? With Brexit negotiations reaching the sharp end, we take a look at the impact…
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LBTT Additional Dwelling Supplement – Does it Apply to Your Property Purchase?
Read the article: LBTT Additional Dwelling Supplement – Does it Apply to Your Property Purchase?The Additional Dwelling Supplement (ADS) tax that might apply to a property purchase in Scotland is a complicated area and one that can be difficult to understand. It is often payable in addition to Land and Buildings Transaction Tax (LBTT) which replaced Stamp Duty in Scotland in 2015. However, there are situations where ADS is…
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What Does the Interest Rate Rise Mean for the Property Market in Scotland?
Read the article: What Does the Interest Rate Rise Mean for the Property Market in Scotland?On 2 August 2018, the Bank of England raised the interest rate for only the second time in a decade. Interest rates have increased from 0.5% to 0.75%, the highest the rate has been since March 2009. But how will this affect you and what does it mean for the property market? Variable or Tracker…
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