Category: Property Guides
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Guide to LBTT Additional Dwelling Supplement (ADS)
Read the article: Guide to LBTT Additional Dwelling Supplement (ADS)Stamp Duty on the purchase of residential properties was replaced in Scotland by Land and Buildings Transaction Tax (LBTT) on 1 April 2015. From 1 April 2016, an Additional Dwelling Supplement (ADS) was introduced for people buying an additional residential property, over and above their main home. The purpose of this article is to explain…
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Turn Your Home into a Showhome this Winter
Read the article: Turn Your Home into a Showhome this WinterWith new build home developers spending thousands on staging their showhomes to entice buyers into living the dream in their developments, there’s a lot we can learn from their approach. So, with the festive period fast approaching, how can you apply their approach to your own property sale, particularly when there’s a pile of presents…
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What Are Home Reports in Scotland and Do I Need One?
Read the article: What Are Home Reports in Scotland and Do I Need One?What Are Home Reports in Scotland and Do I Need One? Since 1 December 2008, anyone who wishes to market a property for sale in Scotland must obtain a Home Report. There are limited exceptions: for example, newly-built properties and genuinely off-market sales where the property is not advertised at all. However, in the vast…
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Selling a Property in Scotland in Winter
Read the article: Selling a Property in Scotland in WinterSpring and Autumn are traditionally seen as the best time to sell a property. However, with many property sellers holding-off until the Spring, Winter is a great time to sell, with less properties competing for buyers’ attention and buyer demand remaining high. So why not buck the trend and follow our top tips to get…
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10 Questions to Answer Before You Move Home
Read the article: 10 Questions to Answer Before You Move HomeIf you’ve just bought a new home, there is so much to think about: arranging a removal van, clearing furniture from your existing home, switching utility providers, organising your home insurance and so on. Indeed, there is so much to consider that we have written a handy checklist to keep you on track! However, as…
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How to Buy a Property in Scotland
Read the article: How to Buy a Property in ScotlandBuying a property is a huge decision and financial commitment. Here are some suggestions to help you to get the best possible result when you are purchasing a property in Scotland. How Much Should You Offer? Properties are usually marketed in one of three ways: Offers Over (or Offers in Excess Of) – Offers are…
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Eight Tips To Help Reduce Your Energy Bill
Read the article: Eight Tips To Help Reduce Your Energy BillMaking just a small few changes to your home can make a massive difference to your energy costs. Here are our top energy saving suggestions, to help the environment and put money back into your pocket. 1. Choose Energy Saving Bulbs Swapping your current lightbulbs for energy saving ones will immediately reduce your energy bill.…
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Eight Tips For Property Selling in Autumn
Read the article: Eight Tips For Property Selling in AutumnAutumn can be a fantastic time to sell your home. The schools are back, evenings are long and some late summer sunshine can really help your home look its best. To get the best result for your Autumn sale, follow these top tips. 1. Light Up Your Home Daytime viewings are ideal for making your…
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Seven Ways To Increase the Value of Your Property
Read the article: Seven Ways To Increase the Value of Your PropertyIf you’re looking to add value to your existing home, there are several options available to you. But which ones add the most value? We’ve pulled together our top tips for helping you to increase your property’s value and to help you to get the best result when you decide to sell. 1. Don’t Park…
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Seven Top Tips on Saving for Your First Property Deposit
Read the article: Seven Top Tips on Saving for Your First Property DepositAs a report from the Halifax, the UK’s largest mortgage lender, this month showed, First Time Buyer activity is on the rise with 10% more property sales taking place in the first half of 2016, compared to the same period last year. Of course, saving for your first home can be a stressful and daunting…
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