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No, you do not need a new agreement for an existing tenant. If your tenant already has a Private Residential Tenancy (PRT), the Scottish Government’s October 2026 model agreement update does not require you to replace their agreement or ask them to sign again. It matters for new tenancies, and for the new rules that...

What is rental inventory in Scotland? A rental inventory is a detailed, dated record of a property’s contents, condition and cleanliness at the start of a tenancy. It should cover every room, supplied item and any existing wear, marks or damage, supported by clear photographs. At the end of the tenancy, the check-out report is...

A landlord with a Private Residential Tenancy (PRT) in Scotland can generally increase rent once in any 12-month period. They must give the tenant at least three months’ written notice using the prescribed rent increase notice. As of October 2026, there is no general statutory cap on the amount a landlord can propose for a...

Yes. To switch letting agents in Edinburgh, check the notice terms in your management agreement, appoint your new agent, serve written notice, and transfer the tenancy file, rent records and deposit details. Your tenancy agreement stays with you as the landlord, so your tenants stay in place. Only the day-to-day management contact changes. Most handovers...

Managing a rental property in Edinburgh involves much more than finding a tenant and collecting rent. From Edinburgh Council landlord registration and landlord certificates to tenant referencing, inspections, repairs, rent collection and ongoing tenancy management, landlords have plenty to keep track of. For some landlords, managing everything themselves works well. For others, particularly those with...

If you are letting out a property in Edinburgh, one of the first questions you may have is: how much does a letting agent cost? The cost depends on the level of support you need. Some landlords only want help finding a tenant, while others prefer a fully managed service that covers rent collection, maintenance,...

Are letting agents in Edinburgh worth it? The private rented sector in the UK, and especially in Edinburgh, has expanded continuously over the past few years. As rental demand increases, landlords and tenants have to face the all-important question: is using a letting agent worthwhile? Be it for a landlord wanting to cut down the...

Moving to a new home? You might want to check out this guide to setting up broadband in your new home, so that your switch goes as smoothly as possible! We don’t just want to help people find the perfect home in or around Edinburgh. We also want to ensure that your move is as...