When you’re buying or selling a house, there’s lots to consider. And nothing makes any decisions more difficult than hearing terms and jargon that don’t seem to make any sense. At Innes & Mackay, we explain things in real, simple-to-understand terms, leaving you in no doubt of where you stand. Read on to find out […]
New Home, New Bed?
Moving into a new home is one of life’s most exhilarating experiences. The possibilities seem endless as you step into a fresh space; a blank canvas just waiting to be transformed into your own cosy sanctuary. It’s an opportunity to redecorate, reorganise and reimagine your living space. But have you ever considered that this exciting […]
Quick Actions for Positive Results
Our expert estate agency is on hand to help you get your best sale with our local expertise, supporting you to complete the conveyancing process, quickly and effectively. When one of our clients recently found their ideal “forever” home and was keen to submit an offer as soon as possible, there was one thing getting […]
New Licensing Laws for Short Term Lets
On Sunday 1st October 2023, the new short term let licensing laws came into force throughout the whole of Scotland by the implementation of The Civic Government (Scotland) Act 1982 (Licensing of Short-term Lets) Order 2022. This means properties that are used for holiday accommodation, whether in whole or in part, must have a licence […]
Shared Equity Schemes: What you need to know when buying property
Historically, first-time buyers could obtain shared equity on newly built properties through the Help to Buy or First Home Fund schemes. While these are no longer in place, purchasers do now have access to the Low Cost Initiative for First Time Buyers (LIFT), which comes in two forms: the open market shared equity scheme (OMSE) […]
Taking home the ‘Best Estate Agency’ title for the second year in a row
At the end of March, our estate agents got all glammed up for the Scottish Business Awards Inverness – an event we look forward to every year! We were extremely proud to be named the best estate agency in the north of Scotland in 2022, so we had our fingers and toes crossed that the […]