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What happens if a tenant stops paying rent?

Rent arrears are taken seriously and we act quickly if payments are missed. We will contact the tenant on your behalf, follow the correct legal procedures, and advise you on your options at every stage. Having a good referencing process in place from the start is the best way… Read More

What are my responsibilities as a landlord in Scotland?

Scottish landlords have a range of legal obligations, including ensuring the property meets the Repairing Standard, having a valid EPC, fitting interlinked smoke and carbon monoxide alarms, protecting the tenant’s deposit in an approved scheme, and carrying out an annual gas safety check. We will make sure you are… Read More

What happens to the tenant’s deposit?

In Scotland, all tenancy deposits must be lodged with a government-approved tenancy deposit scheme within 30 working days of the tenancy starting. We handle this on your behalf as part of our management service, giving you complete peace of mind.

What is a Private Residential Tenancy?

A Private Residential Tenancy (PRT) is the standard tenancy agreement for private lets in Scotland, introduced in December 2017. Unlike the old assured shorthold tenancy, it has no fixed end date. Both landlord and tenant can end it, but specific notice periods and grounds apply. We will explain exactly… Read More

Can I end a tenancy if I want my property back?

Yes, but under the Private Residential Tenancy in Scotland, you must use one of the legally specified grounds and give the correct notice period. We will guide you through the process properly to make sure everything is done by the book.

How long does it take to find a tenant?

A well-presented, correctly priced property in Glasgow can be let very quickly, sometimes within days. We will give you an honest view on timescales at your valuation and advise on pricing and presentation to minimise any void period.

What checks do you carry out on tenants?

We carry out thorough referencing on all prospective tenants, including credit checks, employment verification, and previous landlord references. We want to find you a tenant who will look after your property and pay their rent on time.

Do I need to be registered as a landlord in Scotland?

Yes. All private landlords in Scotland must be registered with their local council before renting out a property. It is a legal requirement and failure to register can result in a fine. We can advise you on the process if you are new to letting.

How do you find tenants?

We advertise on Rightmove and other leading property portals, promote across social media, and draw on our database of applicants actively looking for a property. We also carry out accompanied viewings and keep you updated throughout the process.

How much do you charge for property management?

Our full management fee is 8% + VAT of the monthly rent. We also charge a one-off marketing fee of £250 + VAT, which covers advertising, accompanied viewings, and tenant referencing. We also offer a tenant find only service — get in touch and we will talk you through… Read More