The Rettie Blog

Over the last year, here in our Rettie Glasgow City Sales Branch we have witnessed an increase in enquiries, viewings and sales, someone switched the Glasgow City property market back on!

If you’re self-employed, run a business, or receive income from property, you may have heard murmurings about Making Tax Digital (MTD). It’s one of the biggest changes to the UK tax system in decades and, from April 2026, it will begin to affect a significant number of landlords and business owners.

Some property trends come and go, but bungalows have remained quietly in demand for years and for good reason.

As the birthplace of golf, Scotland holds a unique position on the global sporting stage. Each year, events such as the Scottish Open shine a light on the country’s world‑class courses, dramatic landscapes and historic towns, reminding international audiences why Scotland remains so special.

The UK mortgage market is set for another pivotal year, with a significant number of borrowers approaching the end of their current deals.

The mortgage landscape today looks very different to the environment seen just a few years ago. While the Bank of England (BOE) has already taken significant action to address inflation through a series of base rate increases, the focus has now shifted towards how long rates will remain at current levels and whether further changes may still be required.

Recent analysis highlights that financial support from family is playing an increasingly significant role in the housing market.

Edinburgh City Council has confirmed that the proposed increase to a 300% Council Tax premium for second homes, originally due to take effect from 1 April 2026, has been temporarily suspended. While the change was agreed in February, the Council has advised that further work is required before the higher charge can be implemented.

As East Lothian eases into spring, the county’s celebrated food scene begins to gather pace once again. From its rolling farmland to its lively coastal villages, the region is home to an impressive community of growers, makers and independent businesses.

If you're the owner of a long-term empty home or second home in Scotland, you may have had a recent communication from your council ramping up your Council Tax bill.

In the West End of Glasgow, no two homes are the same, and neither are the journeys of the people who live in them. That’s why choosing an agent with deep local understanding, warmth, and genuine care makes such a difference. At Rettie West End, our priority has always been the people behind the properties.

Imagine waking to the sound of waves brushing the shoreline, morning light flooding through windows that frame distant islands, and stepping outside to landscapes shaped by sea breezes and centuries of West Coast heritage.