The Bank of England’s latest interest rate cut to 4% could offer a welcome lift to the Scottish property market. This article from Wallace Quinn explains what the reduction means for buyers, sellers, and mortgage holders, with insights on how to make the most of...
Thinking of buying a house in Scotland? Whether you're stepping onto the property ladder or moving home, our comprehensive guide to buying a house in Scotland explains everything you need to know. From understanding Home Reports and setting a budget to navigating the...
Are you dealing with unexpected problems after buying a house in Scotland? From damp patches and faulty heating to missing fixtures and roof leaks, many homebuyers discover issues after they’ve moved in. But what are your legal rights - and can you claim compensation...
Preparing your property for sale and ensuring it is looking its best is an essential step ahead of the photographer arriving to take pictures and potential buyers coming for viewings. By taking the time to make your property inviting, you can help maximise the...
Purchasing a new build property in Spain can be a fantastic investment and an opportunity to fulfil your dreams of owning a home in a sunny and vibrant country. However, it's essential to be aware of Common Mistakes Made by UK Buyers in Spain and other pitfalls that...
Buying and selling property can be a stressful process. If you’re asking the question 'Can I pull out of a house sale?', something has probably happened that has significantly increased your stress levels. Perhaps the planned mortgage for your new house has fallen...
5 important stages of buying property in Scotland If you’ve found your ideal property and are ready to get the ball rolling on a purchase, in this article we’ll talk about the 5 key stages on the conveyancing journey.Important Stages of Buying Property in Scotland (1)...
If you own or lease property through an ‘overseas entity’, you are required to be registered with Companies House. Read on to find out more and how we can help clients affected by overseas entity property registration. Overseas Entity Property Registration On 5th...
Cash buyers have a lot of advantages in the property market and it is easy to see why. If you don’t need a mortgage to fund a property, you are in control of more of the process; after all, you’re not waiting for a massive organisation involved in huge number of sales...
When is the right time to buy a house? With house prices falling this past month, many may be considering whether now is the right time to buy a house. In this article, we will provide some considerations to help you decide. Housing Prices & Interest Rates...
Halloween is upon us once again and as our minds turn to ghosts and ghouls, you might be thinking of selling or buying a haunted house. You might be wondering if that Victorian House you’ve got your eye on, the one with the south facing garden, period features, high...
Rent freeze and eviction ban update - the Scottish Government has published its ‘Cost of Living (Tenant Protection) (Scotland) Bill’ which is likely to become law in the coming days. What’s included in the legislation? The legislation will give Government Ministers...
Wallace Quinn Directors Margaret McMillan and Amy Ieropoulos are founder members of a new networking organisation in Scotland. ‘Female Property Connect’ met for the first time recently with a great turnout from women keen to assist each other grow their businesses...
Tried and tested results At Wallace Quinn, we work with Keys Estate Agents to market and sell property in Glasgow and the west. Staging is a property marketing service offered by Keys and is great if you want your property to come alive in pictures and at viewings in...
In this article we look at the situation where you are buying a house with a partner to whom you not married to nor in a civil partnership with. There are certain safeguards available to married couples and those in a civil partnership that are not available to...
In Glasgow and the west of Scotland, Wallace Quinn and Keys Estate Agents offer a joined up approach to property sales that is cost effective and delivers great results; Keys provide the estate agency services and Wallace Quinn handle the legal conveyancing, meaning...
Which is the right type of mortgage for me? Whilst there are a wide variety of mortgages generally available, they tend to fall into three categories – Variable Rate, Interest Only and Fixed Rate. In this article, we’ll take a brief look at each type. (This is an...
Wallace Quinn and Keys Estate Agents offer an enhanced Estate Agency and conveyancing service to clients across Glasgow. Keys extensive knowledge of the Glasgow property market and their great team of Estate Agents, together with Wallace Quinn’s knowledgeable...