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Letting, Buy To Let, HMO Properties, Investment, Student Accommodation
Become A Parent Investor With Cairn
Become A Parent Investor With Cairn For many, when their children go to university or college there are only a few options open to them; continue to have them live at home, have them register for a space in the student halls, or look for a private rental property they can stay in while in […]
Letting, HMO Properties, Investment, Student Accommodation
A Parent’s Guide to Student Accommodation
A Parent’s Guide to Student Accommodation Your teenager is off to university and needs somewhere to live – not sure where to start? We talk you through the ins and outs of the student accommodation options available these days. They’ve come a long way from your student digs, trust us. University-owned accommodation The most popular […]
Letting, Student Accommodation
Moving into Student Accommodation
Moving into Student Accommodation For many, living away from home for the first time in student accommodation is a huge part of the university or college experience. It can be a daunting prospect but an exciting one. Follow our tips and you’ll settle in in no time. Get packing right While there is the temptation […]
Letting, Student Accommodation
Being a Good Neighbour
Being a Good Neighbour Renting your first flat can be an exciting prospect. However, this new independence comes with more responsibility. Don’t forget you’ll be sharing your building with other tenants and – importantly – homeowners. Follow our tips for being a good neighbour so you can all enjoy the best living experience possible. Introduce […]
Letting, Tenants
How To Spot A Good Letting Agent – For Tenants and Landlords
How To Spot A Good Letting Agent When you are looking to rent out your own property or sign a lease for one it can a very overwhelming process. With so many letting agents in the market, how do you know who to go with and who to avoid? Personal recommendations and the internet can […]
Letting
How to move letting agent – simple steps
How to move letting agent – simple steps As a landlord your letting agent should be your outsource department, their value should outweigh your costs. If this ideal doesn’t ring true it’s time for a change. We know that changing letting agents can seem daunting, but take it from property managers who’ve been doing this […]
Letting, Buy To Let, Investment
Investment Tips For Buy To Let Investors
Investment Tips For Buy To Let Investors Is your time as a Buy-To-Let property millionaire just around the corner? Stocks and shares are unpredictable and inflation is forcing low interest rates so more people are considering this opportunity. At Cairn we help people with all degrees of experience in investing in residential property to negotiate […]
Letting
Tips from our Letting agents – Understanding betterment
What is betterment? | Property Management and Maintenance Wear and tear is part and parcel of tenancies and something that every landlord expects. By understanding betterment and apportionment landlords are better placed to avoid end of tenancy disagreements and can better manage the cost of maintenance. As we approach Spring many tenancies come to their […]
Letting, Selling
The Importance Of Broadband In The Property Market
The Importance Of Broadband In The Property Market In years gone by when selling a house there have been various factors that have either been dealmakers or deal breakers; transport links, local schools, local shops, playparks for the kids, that kind of thing. However we’re increasingly seeing a new ‘must have’ on the lists’ of […]