Rental Property Guides for Landlords and Tenants

Explore our full range of letting services. Our Landlord Guide to Letting is a comprehensive lettings guide covering every stage of letting a property. From obtaining a rental property valuation and arranging viewings, to selecting tenants and managing the property during a tenancy.

The Letting Agent Code of Practice document brings together the Letting Agent Code of Practice (Scotland) Regulations 2016, and the amendments to the Code of Practice set out in subsequent Scottish Statutory Instruments.

Are you looking for a property to let? Read our Tenant Guide to the Rental Process for useful advice on renting in Scotland. Learn about every step of the rental journey, from arranging viewings and understanding the rental application process to paying deposits, obtaining references and signing your tenancy agreement.

When you are planning your budget for a new rental home, it is important to factor in the cost of council tax, utility bills and contents and insurance, in addition to your monthly rent. You will also need to think about budgeting rent carefully, as well as your responsibilities to your landlord and your neighbours.

Tenants are responsible for general living care of a property, and you have a dedicated portfolio manager to help when required. We have included a guide below to help you determine what actions you should take and when to call for help.

Mid-Market Rent Homes Offer an Alternative to Renting Social Housing or Private Homes.

Once you have moved into your student accommodation, there are a few more things to set up. Here is some useful information on how to arrange paying your bills, your responsibility for stair cleaning, rubbish collections and council tax for your student accommodation.

Due to recent regulation changes in Scotland, all landlords are now required to obtain a short term let licence from their local council before marketing their property for short lets. You can find out everything you need to know in our Short Lets guide below: