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Albany Lettings Newsletter
Estate Agent in Edinburgh
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HMO Rules in Scotland: What Every Landlord Needs to Know
13th May 2025If you're renting to three or more unrelated tenants in Scotland, your property may be classed as a House in Multiple Occupation (HMO). That means you must be licensed—and fully compliant with Scottish housing law. Here’s what every landlord needs to know to avoid costly mistakes.
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Deposit Protection Schemes: Are You Using One Legally in Scotland?
12th May 2025If you're a landlord in Scotland, protecting your tenant's deposit is not just best practice—it's the law. Under the Tenancy Deposit Scheme (Scotland) Regulations 2011, all deposits must be lodged with a government-approved scheme within 30 days. Failure to do so could cost you up to three times the deposit amount in penalties. In this blog, we break down what deposit protection schemes are, when and how to use them, and how Albany Lettings can help you stay compliant every step of the way.
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Fix or Upgrade? A Landlord’s Guide to Smarter Property Maintenance Decisions in Edinburgh
30th April 2025Not sure whether to repair or replace? Learn how Edinburgh landlords can make cost-effective decisions between fixing and upgrading, plus the long-term benefits of each approach.
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Rent Controls Lifted in Scotland: What This Means for Landlords in 2025
28th April 2025Scotland’s rent controls ended on 31st March 2025, giving landlords new flexibility. Learn what the changes mean, how to review rents, and why Albany Lettings is here to support your next move.
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Landlord Registration in Scotland: What You Need to Know
24th April 2025Learn how to register as a landlord in Scotland, avoid penalties, and stay compliant—with expert support from Albany Lettings every step of the way.
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