Now, more than ever, Scottish landlords will need to be on the ball with their policy on dilapidations. Tenants are in a better position for negotiating and, after two recent Scottish cases, landlords are becoming frequently caught out. What are dilapidations? At the end of a lease the tenant may be contractually responsible for repairs [...]
What is the Green Deal Loan? Green Deal loans are being offered by supermarkets and energy companies to pay for property improvements that will increase the energy efficiency of a property, such as double glazing or loft insulation. The interest rate is roughly seven percent a year and you repay the loan through your energy bills. The Golden Rule is that crucially your monthly repayments should not exceed your monthly savings made as a result of the improvements...