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How LBTT changed the Scottish market in 2015
As winter draws in and the housing market prepares for its seasonal hibernation, it seems an appropriate time to take stock of one of the most significant changes that occurred in the Scottish housing market during 2015 - the introduction of Land and Buildings Transaction Tax (LBTT).
Controversial rent controls to be introduced - what next? | Nuggets
Rent controls have been a much speculated topic in Scottish politics over the Summer. While negatively regarded by most economists, Nicola Sturgeon has recently announced their potential introduction despite 70% of respondents in 2nd Consultation on a New Tenancy for the PRS stating they did not support their implementation.
Market Quarterly - The Post Referendum Bounce in the Scottish Housing Market
The latest Rettie Residential Market Quarterly, the most authoritative summary of conditions in the Scottish residential property market, has now been produced. This issue looks back at the residential market over 2014, across all sectors of the market, and looks forward to 2015 and beyond.