What is Gas Safety Certificates? Why do I need one?
What is Gas Safety Certificates? A gas safety certificate or check involves a Gas Safe registered engineer inspecting all your gas appliances. They will check the appliance is working correctly and will check the following four areas: Gas appliances are…
What to do with a lapsed HMO license in Edinburgh
How to renew an expired HMO licence After buying a property with an HMO licence in Edinburgh, you have 1 month to transfer the license, assuming you were a registered Edinburgh landlord on the date of the purchase. What happens…
Edinburgh HMO licensing guide
Many potential landlords thinking about investing in HMO property have been asking us about HMO (Houses in Multiple Occupancy) regulations and the licensing requirements in Edinburgh. Our letting agency is based in Brunt field, a predominantly student area of Edinburgh,…
What is PAT Testing?
Portable Appliances Testing (PAT Testing) is a process of inspecting all electrical portable appliances on your property. It includes visual inspection and electrical testing of portable appliances to ensure that all your appliances are working properly. Why PAT Testing is…
What is an EICR?
Whether you are a landlord, homeowner, business owner, or property manager, it is required to maintain damages and/or conditions which may indicate potential danger, as well as provide recommendations for improvement within a given property. An electrical installation condition report…
Things to Consider when Looking for Property Agents in Edinburgh
Are you having trouble dealing with the day-to-day tasks of being a landlord? You don’t have to do everything alone. Property agents in Edinburgh can help minimise your workload. Essential factors to consider when searching for reliable property agents in…
How to Find an Agent for Property to Let in Edinburgh
Hiring an agent for your property to let in Edinburgh is one of the best decisions you can make as a landlord. Professional letting agents can help take a massive weight off your shoulders, ensuring that you get your rent…
How a Tenant Find Only Service Assists To Find the Best Tenants
High turnover rates are one of the most common problems faced by landlords. This issue can abruptly kill your cash flow, leaving you with a vacant property for weeks or months. So what can you do to reduce your turnover…
Check Out the Landlord Registration Process in Edinburgh
Are you a private landlord in Scotland? According to Part 8 of the Antisocial Behaviour etc. (Scotland) Act 2004, private landlords are required to apply for registration with their local authorities. It’s a criminal offence to operate as an unregistered…
What Qualities Should Landlords Seek in a Letting Agent?
Here are five reasons why landlords should hire a letting agent: Finding the right agent to help you manage your property is essential when you’re a landlord. The best agents will be able to find tenants for your property and…