The Potential of Your Property In today’s rental market, where market conditions, tenant expectations, and property legislation is ever-evolving, knowing your property’s rental value is critical. That’s exactly where Erskine Property’s free rental valuation tool  becomes an invaluable starting point. Whether you’re a seasoned portfolio Landlord looking to ensure the rental values of your portfolio are where they should be, or a single property owner considering taking the lea

Edinburgh Council Tax Premiums (From 1 April 2026) From 1 April 2026 , the City of Edinburgh Council is introducing some of the highest council tax premiums in the UK  on second homes and long-term empty properties. The changes are part of a wider push to tackle the city’s housing shortage. Key headline change: Second homes:  council tax premium rises from +100% → +300% This means owners will pay up to 4× the standard council tax bill   In practical terms, a property that pre

Portobello from above ✈ Where is Portobello? Just three miles east of Edinburgh city centre, Portobello sits on the coast of the Firth of...

As we enter the final quarter of 2025, Scotland’s rental sector is about to see some of its biggest changes in years. The Housing...