September 8, 2023
Are you making the most of your garage space? A recent RAC Home Insurance survey found that only about 6 million UK garages are actually used to keep cars. That means that more than half of garages are being used […]
August 23, 2023
5 simple improvements to make your rental more homely A disadvantage for individuals accustomed to renting may be that since you don’t actually own the house, it might be challenging to make it feel like home. There may be limitations […]
August 8, 2023
How your commute might impact your property options Since so many Scots have been working from home and avoiding public transportation over the past couple of years, it’s a factor that many of us haven’t had to consider in a […]
August 3, 2023
How can you make your house more environmentally friendly? Like the majority of us, you’ve undoubtedly found yourself making small changes here and there to make your home more environmentally friendly, such as recycling rubbish and limiting your driving. Is […]
August 3, 2023
The majority of landlords or rental agents will require a deposit from you when you move into a leased home. The landlord or letting agent will confirm the amount of money to be put down to serve as a guarantee […]
July 11, 2023
Who wouldn’t be thrilled about the idea of finding your dream home? House-hunting can be a really exciting time. However, when buying a home, it is easy to get carried away, so you should take your time with what may […]
July 6, 2023
The number of people renting in the UK is higher than it has ever been. Tenants paid a record £51.6 billion in rent in 2022, more than double the £22.6 billion they had paid in 2012 a decade earlier. According […]
July 3, 2023
The more room and features a home has to offer, generally speaking, the better when it comes to raising its worth. When evaluating a property, the state of the property, any maintenance tasks that may be necessary, and the possibility […]
June 20, 2023
As Warren Buffet observed, “Price is what you pay, value is what you get”. I often ponder this after receiving enquiries from prospective clients who cannot think of anything to talk about except price. I’d say most of our incoming […]
June 2, 2023
In its most basic definition, damp refers to a great deal of moisture. However, the word “damp” can frighten both tenants and landlords. It is simple to understand why given concerns over the possibility the property is suffering structural damage, […]
May 12, 2023
Locating a rental that satisfies all of your needs may be challenging even in the best of circumstances; however, for those who are wanting to relocate with their animal companions in mind, it can often feel as though they have […]
May 2, 2023
In the UK, the cost of renting is increasing. The growth of the rental market in the UK is influenced by a number of factors including, persistent increases in house prices and stagnant salary increases. Furthermore property investment in buy-to-let […]
April 27, 2023
Eight simple tips to help you choose a letting agent. 1 Check Online Reviews Online reviews are becoming increasingly important, with 88% of consumers worldwide consulting reviews when looking for a local business. The volume of negative reviews is the […]
April 14, 2023
Although the condition of rental housing in the UK has significantly improved over the past few decades, one problem still affects both tenants and landlords: mould. The fact that both landlords and tenants are accountable for preventing mould growth is […]
April 3, 2023
Several factors might lead to a tenant needing a rent guarantor, and either the landlord or the renting agent handling the property can request one. You’re in the right place if you’ve been asked to be a rent guarantor or […]
March 20, 2023
Even though UK property taxes have changed in the past few years, a buy-to-let property investment can still make money. As a landlord, there are many ways to get the most money out of your rentals and increase your earnings. […]
March 16, 2023
You are entrusting possibly one of your best assets to strangers when you rent out your property, which may be pretty intimidating. Finding new tenants is not tricky, but finding great tenants is. How can you guarantee that prospective tenants […]
March 13, 2023
Getting ready to rent out a property? By following these 8 easy steps to prepare your house for rental, you can ensure that your property is rent-ready and is attractive to prospective tenants in a competitive rental market. Making sure […]
March 7, 2023
Western Lettings are delighted to announce that we have become the first specialist letting agency in the UK to achieve Platinum accreditation against the We Invest in People framework by Investors in People. Investors in People work with businesses worldwide […]
January 9, 2023
Whether it’s better to rent out property furnished or unfurnished is down to type of home, location and target tenant - read the pros, cons & what to consider.
December 5, 2022
Glasgow is a good choice for property investors with high rental demand across the city. Not sure where to start? Read our 7 tips for buying rental property.
November 21, 2022
Remote landlords are exactly what you’d expect – landlords who don’t live close to the property they’re renting out. This could be you, if you’ve bought an investment property in Glasgow but don’t live in the city. It might also […]
November 7, 2022
Council tax usually falls to the person living at a property, but not always. We look at the rules around who pays council tax – landlord or tenant in Scotland.
October 3, 2022
If you’re new to renting out property in Glasgow, you need to understand how much tax you will pay as a Scottish landlord. Read on for our guide to tax basics.
