Mortgage Market Briefing – October 2020
House prices have continued to enjoy sustained growth, with record prices being seen in many areas as buyers race to purchase properties before the stamp duty deadline.
WFS House Price Index (Scotland) – August 2020
Understand the changes in transaction numbers and average house prices across Scotland in August 2020.
Mortgage Market Briefing – September 2020
The housing market boom continued apace in September, as home buyers reaped the benefits of the Government’s stamp duty tax holiday.
Mortgage Market Briefing – August 2020
Home buyers and existing owners have been encouraged to snap up cheap mortgage deals while they last, as early signs have emerged that interest rates are starting to rise.
Are Home Reports required in Scotland?
Acquiring a Home Report is a vital part of the process when selling your property in Scotland, and every property seller needs to have one – in fact, it’s a legal obligation.
What should I do if my Home Report highlights an issue?
Has your Home Report highlighted unexpected issues? If so, speak to your Chartered Surveyor, your selling agent, and a specialist or tradesperson.
Mortgage Market Briefing – July 2020
The housing market was handed a major boost this month as Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rishi Sunak announced a temporary cut to stamp duty tax rates.
Guest Blog: Technology saves the day!
Like so many businesses across the UK and indeed the world, the impact of COVID-19 has transformed the way we work. With offices closed and the majority of colleagues forced to work from home, we turned to technology to maintain communication and sustain business activity.
Mortgage Market Briefing – June 2020
Almost two million homeowners have asked their mortgage provider for a payment holiday, according to figures released by the banking trade body UK Finance.