The Rettie Blog

Some homes are special. Others are truly once in a generation. Brechin Castle firmly belongs in the latter category. Set within renowned designed policies on the banks of the River South Esk, this remarkable estate offers the chance to become custodian of one of Scotland's most significant historic castles.

The Glasgow City property market is evolving, but one thing remains consistent, demand for well-presented homes in the right locations continues to be strong. As buyer priorities shift and city living regains momentum, sellers who position their property correctly are benefiting from a competitive market and a broad range of motivated purchasers.

How do you create a home that feels calm, considered and effortless? For Jo Heaney, founder of Grace & Tiggy, it begins with intention. Known for her understated, design-led approach to interiors, Jo creates spaces that feel as good as they look, layered, timeless and quietly cohesive.

The rural property market in Scotland’s West and North remains active in 2026, with demand driven by lifestyle buyers seeking space, efficiency, and connectivity. Pricing has become more sensitive, with well-presented homes performing best, while prime and rural lifestyle markets continue to show resilience.

Property transactions don’t always follow a straightforward path, particularly when multiple parties are involved in a chain. What matters most is how quickly and effectively any challenges are handled when they arise.

The East Renfrewshire property market continues to demonstrate impressive resilience and underlying strength, with sustained buyer demand, competitive closing dates, and strong pricing levels evident across key areas. Well-presented homes are consistently attracting multiple interested parties, with many achieving results above, Home Report valuation.

The Glasgow property market continues to demonstrate exceptional strength, with high levels of buyer demand, rapid sales, and competitive prices driving well above Home Report valuation. For homeowners considering selling, recent performance across the West End provides clear evidence that now is an advantageous moment to bring your property to market.

Solar for Summer? Groundbreaking. For over a decade, there has been a rising tension emerging among property purchasers, with the age-old desire for a “property with character” increasingly pitted against a pragmatic requirement for a home which is economical to run. Of course, ‘compromise’ is nothing new-age in the residential housing market.

Last Sunday, our Director in St Andrews, George Lorimer, laced up his running shoes for one of his biggest challenges yet, the Edinburgh Marathon, all in support of our charity partner, Rock Trust.

Bearsden is a market defined by strong communities, long term residency, and homes that often stay in the same hands for many years. When the time does come to move, homeowners are looking for reassurance, expertise, and thoughtful guidance, not pressure or a one size fits all approach. That’s where the Rettie Bearsden team sets itself apart.

We’re delighted to be attending the Kilmacolm & Port Glasgow Agricultural Show for the first time this year, and we’re especially pleased to be bringing our Rettie trailer along. If you’ve not attended before, this is a much-loved local event that offers something for all ages. It’s a true community occasion, and we’re proud to be part of it.

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!