The Rettie Blog

If you are 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.

Moving away for work is rarely a simple decision. Whether it’s elsewhere in the UK or on the other side of the world, it often comes with a mix of excitement, uncertainty, and no small amount of anxiety. A new role, a new culture, and a new routine can be daunting enough on their own.

Moving home is an exciting step, but it’s also a financial commitment, and understanding the true cost of your move is one of the best ways to prepare with confidence. At Rettie Financial Services, we help buyers and sellers across Scotland get clarity on what they can afford, what they’ll need to budget for, and how their move will work financially from start to finish.

There’s something unforgettable about walking into a home and seeing a grand piano gracefully positioned in the living room. It’s more than an instrument, it’s a statement of elegance, artistry, and refined living. A grand piano naturally becomes the focal point of any space.

Welcome to the Spring/Summer 2026 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're delighted to showcase a number of beautiful properties, across Scotland, from our Sales, Lettings and New Homes teams.

The Housing Bill brings important changes to the private rented sector that will affect how landlords manage and plan their properties. For Rettie landlords, understanding what these changes mean in practice is essential.

Recent research from surveyor firm Rebuild Cost Assessment underlined a concerning issue in the UK's property insurance landscape. It highlighted that a significant number of property insurance policyholders (approximately 68% for residential properties) may be at risk of ‘underinsurance’.

At Rettie, we’re lucky enough to market some of the most beautiful homes across the UK. But as any new homeowner knows, moving in is only the beginning. Once the boxes are unpacked, the big question follows: how do I make this space feel like mine? That’s where The Roost’s interior design consultations come in.

The Housing Bill brings important changes to the private rented sector that will affect how landlords manage and plan their properties. For Rettie landlords, understanding what these changes mean in practice is essential.

The Cabinet Secretary for Finance announced the Scottish Budget, including the government spending commitments and tax plans, on Tuesday 13th January. Rettie's Director of Research & Strategy, Dr John Boyle reviews the key announcement for Housing in Scotland in this blog.