Deposit Protection & Letting Agents: What Landlords Need to Know
When selecting a letting agent in Scotland, deposit compliance and adherence to tenancy deposit protection laws are critical areas to discuss. Failure to do so could result in fines and legal action against you, the landlord. Ensuring your letting agent complies with deposit protection regulations is vital to safeguard your and your tenants’ interests. In this […]
How to Choose a Letting Agent in 2024 – Your Questions to Ask
The importance of finding a reliable letting agent can hardly be overstated. A letting agent serves as the conduit between the landlord and the tenant, ensuring that both parties meet their obligations and maintain a harmonious relationship. Furthermore, they play a critical role in property management, overseeing the day-to-day running of your property, from tenant […]
Typical 2024 Letting Agent Fees in Scotland: A Quick Guide
Letting agent fees in Scotland can vary depending on the type of service you require and the property’s location. Here’s an overview of some typical fees you might encounter: Tenant Fees: In Scotland, tenant fees were banned in 2012, so you shouldn’t have to pay any fees as a tenant. Landlord Fees: If you’re a […]
How to Top Up the Pressure in Your Combi Boiler: A Quick Guide
Learn how to troubleshoot your combi boiler’s pressure issues with this step-by-step guide from Southside Property Management in Edinburgh. Keep your heating and hot water running smoothly.
What Are the New Measures Required by Landlords By 1st March 2024 to Meet the Repairing Standard in Scotland?
In addition to the repairing standard measures shown above, there is also a requirement for water pipes to be free of lead, and testing is required to prove no lead is present. The exact date for these new repairing standards to come into force is 1 March 2024. For more information and guidance, you can visit […]
Tackling Maintenance Issues: How Letting Agents Deal with Maintenance Issues for Landlords in Edinburgh
In the realm of property letting, addressing maintenance issues swiftly and effectively is imperative. It forms an essential part of preserving the property’s integrity and ensuring tenant satisfaction. In Edinburgh’s vibrant rental market, proficient letting agents will be able to handle all maintenance tasks for landlords. Routine Visits with Photos of the Property for the […]
ENERGY PERFORMANCE CERTIFICATE
To date we have proactively contacted clients helping to improve 49 properties EPC’s by a total of 855 points. In 2023 we helped 26 properties improve there EPC rating with 16 ofthose moving up to a C rating. Notably some of the highlights are that we have increased: · 3 properties from a F rating to […]
What Makes SouthSide Property Management Different?
Fairness and transparency has been a key driver to the success of SouthSide Property Management since it was founded in 2009. The company has a strong focus on Price, Quality and Service which has allowed them to grow consistently over the past 14 years. Here are some of the ways that SouthSide Property Management may […]
Edinburgh Buy-To-Let Property Guide
In recent years, Edinburgh has been featured in plenty of articles on the best places in the UK for buy-to-let investment, and for good reasons. Today, we want to share some of the reasons why buying a rental property in Edinburgh is a good investment. We’ll also share some of the best neighbourhoods for buy-to-let […]
What Is an HMO Property & Is It Worth the Investment?
Converting your rental property into an HMO (House of Multiple Occupation) can be a great way to boost your rental income. That being said, this conversion project is a complex and potentially expensive one, so it’s important to carefully consider the pros and cons before you get started. Today, we’re going to help you do […]
