The Rettie Blog

Better property management can prevent landlords exiting the rental sector.

December is almost here which means the festivities have begun and we will once again be running our 31 days of Rettie Campaign!

At Rettie we understand the need for a ‘joined-up thinking’ approach to property management, and we ensure the number of properties managed by each staff member enables them to deliver a responsive and personalised service to our landlords and tenants.

A higher standard of service comes as a standard at Rettie Lettings, and that starts with a named person who looks after everything from letting to maintaining your property. Whether you are a first time landlord, or have a portfolio of properties, allow us to take care of you. We have all the letting services you need, all in one place.

The "Living Local with Rettie" campaign highlights the expertise and community commitment of Rettie's team members across Scotland. Through videos featuring dedicated staff in various regions, the series showcases how Rettie's local knowledge, personal connections, and passion for service enhance the client experience and make them a trusted choice in property services.

Last week was a big week in politics north and south of the border. It is going to be a much bigger week this week, when the next US President is decided, but since the impact of that will not affect the Scottish housing market too much (at least in the short-term), we can dispense with it for the time being. The political events from last week that will significantly impact on the Scottish housing market are the UK Budget and the Scottish Government Housing Minister’s announcement on the future direction of the new Housing Bill. We look at both of these in turn briefly below and attempt to draw out likely impacts.

Strong demand – high rent inflation. When considering property as an investment class, the number one priority is ensuring there is demand for your property, and that you can command a strong rent. Never in a generation have we seen such high demand, low supply, and steep rent inflation in Edinburgh & Glasgow

Welcome to the Autumn 2024 edition of Prestige Scotland, where we share with you our latest collection of some of the best luxury living Scotland has to offer. As ever we are delighted to showcase a number of beautiful properties, across Scotland, from our Sales, Lettings and New Homes teams.

As we approach Scottish Housing Day on Thursday 18th September, the focus this year is on "Homes for Life." It's a perfect opportunity to reflect on how the housing sector in Scotland can better support people in later life, especially as needs and priorities evolve.

We are pleased to have added to our market-leading team based at our St Andrews office in Fife, with Jill McCulley joining as Associate Director and Laura Wallace appointed as a Sales Consultant.

In a market where regulations and landlord compliance is ever changing, managing your lettings property or portfolio can be overwhelming at times. One of the most important decisions you may find yourself making as a landlord is deciding how hands-on you want to be.

Sustainability is no longer just a buzzword; it’s a way of life that influences everything from the food we eat to the clothes we wear. The next frontier in this journey is our homes. With a few thoughtful changes, we can make our living spaces not only beautiful but also environmentally friendly. Below, we’ll explore sustainable options for heating, flooring, wall finishes, and furniture that will help you create a greener home.