Tag Archives: Tenant Eviction
Scottish Landlords – beware of internet legal advice!!!
The internet can be a confusing place for Scottish landlords – with many unaware of the differences between the Scottish and English legal system.. Scottish landlords can be easily misled by websites targeting English landlords referring to English procedures, which can leave the landlord vulnerable, particularly in the area of eviction. Some of the key
Unlawful Evictions – The Importance of Obtaining a Court Order
Nearly 50 years ago, Harold Wilson’s Labour government introduced the first law to make unlawful tenant evictions a criminal offence. This law was designed to deal with the “incentives” which encouraged landlords to remove tenants. At that time: Properties were easier to sell and would sell at a greater price if they were vacant rather
Landlords – 5 Tips for Court Appearances
Unfortunately it’s not like it appears on TV – The reality of the court system in Scotland ……. Sometimes it feels as if I’ve spent most of my life in court, but for landlords raising their own eviction or payment actions against tenants, the court can often be a scary place. Here are some handy tips to
Private Landlords: are you ready for more legal changes?
The law is raining down on private landlords and over the next few years there will be major changes affecting you and your tenants. Ahead of the pack is the Private Rented Housing (Scotland) Act 2011 which should be in force by the end of this year. If you’re really keen or just looking for
