Landlords

Trending Rental Hotspots in and Around Edinburgh The Edinburgh rental market continues to evolve, and tenant preferences are shifting with lifestyle changes, affordability, and transport links driving demand. Knowing where tenants are moving to  is key for landlords looking to reduce void periods, maximise rents, and plan future investments. 📍 The City Centre Squeeze While demand for central Edinburgh remains strong, rising rents and limited supply mean more tenants are now

At The Letting Experts in Edinburgh , we’re reminding all new landlords that HMRC requires you to register for Self Assessment  if you need to file a tax return for the last tax year. The deadline to notify HMRC is 5 October . Registering is simple – it can be done directly on GOV.UK . Once registered, HMRC will issue you with a Unique Taxpayer Reference (UTR) , which you’ll need when completing your return. If you’re unsure whether you need to register, HMRC offers a free on

If you're being hit with hefty exit fees from your letting agent, you’re not alone—and the good news is, many of these fees may be legally unenforceable, especially when agents fail to deliver their promised service. Why Exit Fees Can Be Unenforceable 1. Unfair Terms Are Void Under Consumer Law Under the Unfair Terms in Consumer Contracts Regulations 1999  and the Consumer Rights Act 2015 , terms that create a significant imbalance or are overly burdensome can be deemed unfai

MP Tim Farron described a letting agency’s decision to raise rents by around 40% for tenants as “basically cruel.”

situations like this demonstrate how easily landlords can lose out when their letting agent doesn’t operate transparently.

Debate Over Rent Controls Intensifies as Unions Call for Immediate Action Scotland’s housing debate is heating up once again, as a...

A Controversial Proposal – Or a New Opportunity? The government’s latest proposal to house asylum seekers through private landlords has...

New AML Rules for Landlords – Compliance

Two landlords have been penalised for serious failings in their legal responsibilities—highlighting the risks of navigating lettings...

The Scottish Government has today (6 June 2025) launched a new consultation and draft regulations  that could significantly impact...

One of the main reasons for leaving my 'well paid job' and joining The Letting Experts is due to the way some letting agencies charge...

Are you in search of expert property management services in Edinburgh? Look no further than Edinburgh Property Experts. This residential...