Carrick Gazette - Property News Feed

Trade booms as a result of botched DIY

Tue, 21 May 2013 13:43:15 GMT

Business is booming for UK tradesmen due to Britain’s do-it-yourself attitude, according to a new survey.

Homeowners warned over DIY danger

Wed, 08 May 2013 11:04:45 GMT

Homeowners attempting to have a go at DIY are being urged to think again after an over-enthusiastic householder botched a job which knocked £20,000 off the value of his neighbours’ homes and left his own property derelict.

Stamp duty offer

Mon, 06 May 2013 14:23:53 GMT

First-time buyers applying for a mortgage with Bank of Scotland can benefit from up to £2500 cash back, with the lender covering the cost of stamp duty.

Planning changes praised

Wed, 01 May 2013 07:34:23 GMT

The Scottish Property Federation (SPF) has welcomed proposed changes to Scotland’s planning system, which places greater importance on supporting sustainable economic growth.

Property sales increase

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 09:01:37 GMT

The number of homes changing hands in Scotland has increased by 5% compared to the same period a year ago. From January to March 2013, 14,567 residential properties were sold, according to the latest official statistics from the Registers of Scotland.