Long-term empty homes in Scotland up 5.5% in a year
The number of long-term empty homes has risen 5.5% in a year, new figures suggest.
Homes
GALLERY: Designer Rachel’s heart is in the bright place in glorious Fife bungalow
This used to be my gran’s house and, when she went into a home just over two years ago, we decided to buy it.
Money: Relocation or renovation? Why it may pay to stay put
As the housing market stagnates in some areas, many homeowners are choosing to improve their existing property, rather than move – and new research suggests you can add significant value by doing so.
Money: Brexit effect means home buyers are left in a muddle
The UK housing market has been going through a confusing time lately, with buyers and sellers trying to work out what uncertainty surrounding Brexit will mean for property sales.
Number of homes ‘earning’ more than their owners shrinks in property cooldown
The proportion of homes which are "earning" more than their owners is shrinking as house price growth continues to slow, analysis has found.
Rosy garden? Good… Dodgy DIY? Bad… Top home hints from TV property expert Phil Spencer
HOMEOWNERS now stay put for an average 19 years before moving, according to a new report.
In pictures: Stunning Highland home named House of the Year
A 'truly breathtaking' Highland home set in a 'dream landscape' has been named House of the Year.
Moving to the Scottish seaside could save home buyers more than £24,000
MOVING to the seaside could save home buyers more than £24,000 compared to purchasing elsewhere, according to new figures.
Private renting ‘completely unaffordable’ in some parts of Scotland
PRIVATE renting is becoming “completely unaffordable” in some parts of the country because of welfare cuts, a new report has claimed.
Twice as many Scots believe extending their home makes more financial sense than moving
IT'S the question every homeowner grapples with when they realise they’ve outgrown their property - move or improve?
If you’re a spring seller, it’s time for a home makeover
SPRING is in the air and for some homeowners, it’s time to think about redecorating or putting their property up for sale.