The Rettie Blog

As we previously presented, properties near golf courses have become increasingly sought after especially with The Open Championships just around the corner. And now, there are also new build opportunities located near golf courses for us to share with you.

Ever wondered what £750,000 could buy you across Scotland? Have a look at some of the stunning properties available through Rettie.

Rettie, one of Scotland’s largest independent Estate Agencies announced that Nick Watson and Max Mills are to be promoted to Directors from 1 May 2014. Both Max and Nick joined the firm as Graduates and have now been working for nine and fifteen years respectively supporting the Company’s tradition of developing talent from within.

Following on from our most popular post: Scottish Castles for sale, our research team have gathered information and data on a number of Scottish castles to create an eye-opening infographic that tells a story of Scotland’s rich collection of castles. Each castle carries a long and compelling history with the oldest dating back to the 12th Century.

This week we take a look at a number of exceptional country homes for sale in Scotland. Living in the country is a popular lifestyle choice. Many seek the quiet and tranquility of country life over the hustle and bustle of city living.

Scottish properties on the market for £500,000 and less. With house prices on the rise again, the question on most minds is what to expect for certain values. Taking this into account, we’d like to share with you some of our charming properties that are currently on offer for £500,000 and under to help give you a good idea of what you can find at this price.

This week, we take a look at a list of 10 beautiful townhouses currently for sale on the market, each demonstrating the brilliant opportunities of living in Central Scotland. Townhouses are often considered the dark horse in the world of property. They may seem small on the outside but can surprise you with an ample and elegant interior.

The graph below shows changes in mortgage approval levels over the last 16 years together with movements in real house prices.

An exceptional selection of properties for sale on the Central Belt of Scotland … When the hustle and bustle of Scotland’s busiest cities doesn’t seem to be the ideal location to live in, properties on the central belt of Scotland arguably provide the perfect solution.

The subject of first time buyers has long been a topic of discussion amongst the public and has recently seen an increase in attention as a result of the Government’s recent Help to Buy scheme. The scheme in itself is relatively self-explanatory – designed to encourage and support first time buyers in the process of purchasing their first home.

Here's 8 Ways To Make It a Reality … Ever wished you had a room with a view? Experience has taught us that this is often a high priority on prospective buyer’s minds. More specifically, people continue to aspire for a waterfront view.

After winning the ‘Small Housebuilder of the Year’ category at the Scottish Home Awards, S1 Developments have had a highly successful 2012. In their latest project, they have teamed up with Northern Trust to create a luxury 3.4 acre development on Ellersly Road, Murrayfield.